A. J. Thomas (American football) explained

A. J. Thomas
Current Team:New England Patriots
Number:35
Position:Safety
Birth Date:18 September 1999
Birth Place:Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:2
Weight Lbs:214
High School:University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy
College:Western Michigan
Undraftedyear:2022
Pastteams:
Status:Active
Highlights:
  • UFL champion (2024)
  • All-UFL team (2024)
  • UFL interception leader (2024)
Statweek:18
Statseason:2022
Statlabel1:Total tackles
Statvalue1:4
Statlabel2:Sacks
Statlabel3:Pass deflections
Statlabel4:Interceptions
Statlabel5:Forced fumbles
Statlabel6:Fumble recoveries
Statlabel7:Touchdowns
Pfr:ThomAJ00

A. J. Thomas (born September 18, 1999) is an American professional football safety for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Western Michigan.

Professional career

Chicago Bears

After going unselected in the 2022 NFL draft, Thomas was signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent.[1] He was released on August 30, during the final roster cuts,[2] and was signed to the practice squad the next day.[3] Thomas was elevated to the active roster on November 29,[4] and made his NFL debut on December 4 against the Green Bay Packers, recording one tackle while appearing on 13 snaps.[5]

On August 30, 2023, Thomas was waived by the Bears and re-signed to the practice squad.[6] He was released on October 29.[7]

Birmingham Stallions

On February 14, 2024, Thomas signed with the Birmingham Stallions of the United Football League (UFL).[8] He was named to the 2024 All-UFL team on June 5, 2024.[9] His contract was terminated on August 1, 2024.[10]

New England Patriots

On August 2, 2024, Thomas signed with the New England Patriots.[11]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mayer . Larry . May 9, 2022 . Roster Moves: Bears sign six undrafted rookies . January 10, 2023 . Chicago Bears.
  2. Web site: Wiltfong Jr. . Lester . August 28, 2022 . Chicago Bears cut-down tracker . December 31, 2022 . Windy City Gridiron.
  3. Web site: Mayer . Larry . August 31, 2022 . Roster Moves: Bears place 14 on practice squad . December 31, 2022 . Chicago Bears.
  4. Web site: Mayer . Larry . November 29, 2022 . Roster Moves: Bears place Mooney, Jackson on IR, sign Thomas to active roster . December 31, 2022 . Chicago Bears.
  5. Web site: A. J. Thomas Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft College . December 31, 2022 . Pro Football Reference.
  6. Web site: Roster Moves: Bears claim Kareem, Johnson off waivers. Mayer, Larry. ChicagoBears.com. August 30, 2023.
  7. Web site: Jaquan Brisker downgraded to out for Sunday night game vs. Chargers. ChicagoBears.com. October 29, 2023.
  8. News: UFL Player Transactions, Wednesday February 14, 2024 . UFLBoard.com . February 14, 2024 . February 15, 2024.
  9. Web site: 2024-06-05 . UFL Announces Inaugural All-UFL Team . 2024-06-06 . www.theufl.com . en.
  10. UFL_PR . The #UFL has announced the following transactions: . 1819130904196870585 . August 1, 2024 . August 1, 2024.
  11. Web site: Thomas . Oliver . 2024-08-02 . Patriots add All-UFL selection A.J. Thomas to safety depth chart amid series of roster moves . 2024-08-03 . Pats Pulpit . en.