Earl Thomas


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Position: TE
Date of Birth: October 4, 1948
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 224 lbs
First Team: CHI (1971)
Last Team: HOU (1976)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Earl Thomas - NFL Career Overview

Position: Tight End (TE)
Date of Birth: October 4, 1948

Career Timeline:

  • Chicago Bears (CHI) - 1971
  • St. Louis Cardinals (STL) - 1972 to 1974
  • Houston Oilers (HOU) - 1975 to 1976

Career Highlights and Accomplishments:

  • Drafted in 1971, Earl Thomas began his NFL career with the Chicago Bears, contributing to the team's offense as a tight end.
  • Played a significant role in the St. Louis Cardinals' offense, showcasing his receiving abilities during his tenure.
  • Concluded his NFL career with the Houston Oilers, providing veteran experience to the team's tight end group.

Notable Facts:

  • Thomas was known for his reliable hands and solid blocking skills, which are essential traits for a tight end.
  • Despite not being a household name, he contributed to the teams he played for during the early years of the NFL's evolution into a pass-heavy league.

Earl Thomas may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, but his contributions to the teams he played for during his NFL career left a mark in the league's history.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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