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Anthony Thomas

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Position: RB
Jersey #: 28
Date of Birth: November 7, 1977
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 221 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 38 in 2001 by CHI
First Team: CHI (2001)
Last Team: BUF (2007)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy
2007BUF8368901515951024
2006BUF14107378222221390162
2005DAL536800225009
2005NO47120228002
2004CHI12122404217171320164
2003CHI1324410246993600142
2002CHI122147216244116303118
2001CHI1427811837223017800180

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Anthony Thomas - NFL Career Overview

Position: Running Back (RB)
Date of Birth: November 7, 1977

Career Timeline

  • Chicago Bears (CHI) - 2001-2003
  • Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 2004
  • New Orleans Saints (NO) - 2005
  • Buffalo Bills (BUF) - 2006-2007

Career Highlights

  • Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2001 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears.
  • Had a standout rookie season with the Bears, rushing for 1,183 yards and scoring 6 touchdowns.
  • Named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week in November 2001 after a strong performance against the Baltimore Ravens.
  • Played a crucial role in the Bears' running game during his tenure, contributing to the offense with both rushing and receiving capabilities.
  • In 2002, he continued to show promise, finishing the season with over 700 rushing yards.
  • Spent time with the Dallas Cowboys in 2004, contributing as a backup running back.
  • Played with the New Orleans Saints in 2005, although his role was limited.
  • Finished his career with the Buffalo Bills, where he played in a backup role until his retirement in 2007.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring, Anthony Thomas has remained involved in football through various outreach programs and community services.

Legacy

  • Known for his hard-running style and durability, Anthony Thomas remains a respected figure among Chicago Bears fans for his contributions during the early 2000s.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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