Hall of Fame
A seven-year veteran of the National Football League, Myron Guyton was a four-year starter in the defensive backfield for head coach Roy Kidd (1985-88). Guyton led the Ohio Valley Conference in interceptions during his senior year as well as leading the league in blocked kicks his final two seasons. A team captain whom earned EKU MVP honors in 1988, Guyton was chosen in the eighth round of the 1989 draft by the New York Giants.
One of only two rookies to start for Bill Parcells (Lawrence Taylor), Guyton led the NFL’s second-ranked defense in tackles during his rookie campaign. In his second year with the organization, Guyton was an instrumental part of the Super Bowl championship. After five years with the Giants, Guyton completed his career by playing two seasons with the New England Patriots. In 98 professional football games, Guyton made 10 interceptions.
Guyton has been dedicated to community service throughout this life, working with Tomorrow’s Children while in New York and with the Boston Boys and Girls Club while with the Patriots. The Metcalf, Ga. native continued his success by owning several Burger King franchises in Georgia.
