Borden attended William L. Dickinson High School, where he was an All-state fullback and tackle.
During this early period, Borden was one of the few African-American players on the Packers along with Frank Purnell, who played in 1957.
When he could not find housing within the city limits, he had to room at a rundown motel just outside Green Bay.
Borden was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1960 NFL Expansion Draft and became the first starter at left defensive end in franchise history, registering 48 tackles.
[2] The next year, he was switched to the right side, after John Gonzaga was traded and Bob Lilly was drafted.
After finishing his scouting years, Borden became the assistant to the mayor of Jersey City, Jim Sutcliffe.
After Sutcliffe lost a bid for re-election, Borden moved to Las Vegas, where he was assistant to the mayor Russ Dorn.