Brandon Burton

Brandon Burton (born July 31, 1989) is an American football cornerback for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League. He was considered one of the best cornerback prospects for the 2011 NFL Draft. Burton was selected with the 139th pick in the fifth round of the draft by the Minnesota Vikings.

Early years
Burton attended Clear Creek High School in League City, Texas. He had 11 career interceptions.

College career
Burton was redshirted as a freshman in 2007. In 2008 as a redshirt freshman Burton played in 11 games, mainly on special teams, recording three tackles. As a sophomore in 2009, he started 12 of 13 games, recording 43 tackles and an interception.

2011 NFL Draft
Burton was selected with the 139th overall pick in the fifth round of the draft by the Minnesota Vikings.