Former Rams scout Danton Barto died of complications from COVID at age 50

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Danton Barto, an accomplished college linebacker from Memphis state who ultimately became a scout with the Rams, has died of complications from COVID. He was 50 years old.

Via the Memphis Trade Call, Barto died on Sunday. His wife said Barto was not vaccinated against the disease.

After completing his college career, Barto played five years in the CFL and the Arena Football League. He went on to coach at the arena level and eventually worked for the Rams from 2013 to 2017.

The State of Memphis inducted Barto into the Athletics Hall of Fame in 2007.

We extend our condolences to Barto’s family, friends and colleagues. And we urge all those who are not vaccinated to get vaccinated.