College Football: Burris named all-conference for Eagles

FAYETTE - Central Methodist senior linebacker Travis Burris was selected as an honorable mention on the All-Heart of America Athletic Conference team, the league announced earlier this month.

Burris (Jefferson City High School) was one of 10 Eagles honored on the team. He finished second on the team with 88 total tackles, including 40 solo stops. He also had four tackles for loss and recovered a fumble.

His 8.8 tackles per game ranks 35th in the NAIA this season.

For his career, Burris finished with 233 total tackles, which included 113 solo stops. He posted 16 tackles for loss and 3 sacks, adding two interceptions, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.

Central Methodist finished the season with a 4-6 record.