Overview
- The Eagles announced his death Friday night and posted a memorial message on X.
- His daughter, Billi Barnes Akins, said he died peacefully on Wednesday in Landis, North Carolina, surrounded by family.
- Barnes starred for Philadelphia from 1957 to 1961, earning Pro Bowl honors in his first three seasons and contributing to the 1960 title win over Green Bay.
- He retired with 3,421 rushing yards, 153 receptions and 39 touchdowns before moving into coaching with the Charleston Rockets, New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons.
- He was inducted into the Wake Forest and North Carolina Sports halls of fame, and the team noted he was a two-time cancer survivor as his daughter recounted that his stolen 1960 ring was later replaced with the club’s help.