An excellent halfback from 1964-66, Larson led the team in rushing as a senior and pass receiving as a sophomore. In three years he rushed for 1,751 yards on 354 carries, caught 34 passes for 430 yards and scored 22 touchdowns with one PAT for 134 points. In 1966, Larson was the nation’s 10th-leading collegiate ground gainer with 979 yards. He led the Ivy League in rushing and scoring in 1966, setting league records in both categories, thus earning All-Ivy first team honors. In addition, he was an AP All-America honorable mention pick, and named to the AP All-East second team, ECAC All-Star first team, and the AP All-Ivy squad. As a junior he was an AP All-East and AP All-Ivy honorable mention selection. He played professionally with the Washington Redskins after graduation.
