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Earl Thomas (College Stats) - 1971 NFL Draft Pick #135 by CHI

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It seems there's a bit of confusion regarding the player Earl Thomas and the 1971 NFL Draft. Earl Thomas is a modern player, primarily known for his time in the NFL starting in 2010, while the 1971 NFL Draft featured players from earlier years. However, if you are looking for a pre-draft analysis format for a player, I can create a hypothetical analysis for a player as if they were eligible for the 1971 NFL Draft. Here’s an example using HTML formatting: ```html

Pre-Draft Analysis for Hypothetical Player: Earl Thomas

College: University of Texas
Position: Safety
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 202 lbs

College Stats:

• Senior Year: 82 tackles, 7 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles
• Junior Year: 65 tackles, 4 interceptions, 1 forced fumble
• Career: 225 tackles, 15 interceptions, 5 forced fumbles

Strengths:

• Exceptional ball-hawking skills with a high interception rate.
• Good tackling ability, particularly in open space.
• Solid understanding of defensive schemes and route recognition.
• Versatile player capable of playing both safety positions and cornerback.

Weaknesses:

• May lack ideal size for the position, potentially limiting matchups against larger receivers.
• Needs to improve on his physicality in run support.

Projected Draft Position:

Likely a top-10 pick, with potential to be the first safety off the board due to his playmaking ability and impact on the game.

Overall Analysis:

Earl Thomas has shown remarkable talent during his college career at the University of Texas. His ability to read plays and make crucial interceptions makes him a valuable asset for any NFL team looking to bolster their secondary. While there are concerns about his size, his skill set and football IQ suggest he can excel at the professional level.

``` This is a fictional representation since Earl Thomas did not play in the 1971 NFL Draft. If you meant a different player from that era or have a specific player in mind, please let me know!