He was a three-year starter at offensive tackle and graduated with the school record for consecutive starts (32).
[4] As a rookie, he appeared in seven games, backing up the guard and tackle positions, while seeing most of his playing time on special teams.
[5] After his playing career was over, Bruce Walton managed the 98.1 KIFM radio station in the San Diego area.
In 2002, Walton joined Terramar Retail Center as vice president for development overseeing Seaport Village.
[citation needed] In 2017, Walton suffered a bout of the flu that ended up causing brain injuries and kidney failure.