Jacob Thomas
Career Summary
Jacob Thomas is a safety for the Minnesota Vikings.
The Ashburn, Virginia, native played four seasons at James Madison before joining Minnesota as an undrafted rookie in 2026.
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Early Life
Thomas is from Ashburn, Virginia.
He attended Stone Bridge High School.
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College Career
Thomas totaled 199 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, five interceptions and 21 pass breakups in 50 James Madison games.
He started 39 games. In 2025, he had 71 tackles, four tackles for loss, two sacks, two interceptions, seven pass breakups and a forced fumble.
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Path to the NFL
Thomas joined Minnesota as an undrafted free agent in 2026.
He earned a place on Minnesota's initial 53-man roster.
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NFL Career
Thomas began his NFL career with Minnesota in 2026.
The rookie safety wears number 29 and recorded two solo tackles in the Vikings' first regular-season game.
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Playing Style
Thomas combined tackling production with ball production at James Madison.
His college career included five interceptions and 21 pass breakups.
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