Thurman Thomas HOF (College Stats) - 1988 NFL Draft Pick #40 by BUF
What The Experts Thought Before The Draft
Pre-Draft Analysis for Thurman Thomas (1988 NFL Draft)
Player Profile:- Name: Thurman Thomas
- Position: Running Back
- College: Oklahoma State University
- Height: 6'0"
- Weight: 201 lbs
College Stats:
- Rushing Yards: 4,595 yards
- Touchdowns: 42 rushing touchdowns
- Yards Per Carry: 6.1 yards
- Receiving Yards: 1,703 yards
- Receptions: 140 receptions
Strengths:
- Exceptional vision and patience, allowing him to find and exploit running lanes effectively.
- Outstanding receiving ability out of the backfield, making him a dual-threat player.
- Strong lower body, which contributes to his ability to break tackles and gain extra yards after contact.
- Durable and consistent performer throughout his college career.
Weaknesses:
- Could improve his pass blocking skills to better protect the quarterback.
- At times, his speed was questioned compared to other elite running backs in the draft.
Overall Assessment:
Thurman Thomas emerged as one of the top running back prospects in the 1988 NFL Draft, showcasing a unique blend of power, agility, and receiving skills. His college performance at Oklahoma State solidified his status as a first-round talent. Teams looking for a versatile running back who could contribute both on the ground and through the air would find Thomas to be an attractive option.
Projected Draft Position:
Projected to go in the first round, likely within the top 10 selections of the draft.