| Birth Date: | March 27, 1969 |
| Birth Place: | Bay Port, Michigan, U.S. |
| Draftedyear: | 1994 |
| Draftedround: | 7 |
| Databasefootball: | BEERTOM02 |
| Playing Years1: | 1994–1997[1] |
Thomas E. Beer (born March 27, 1969) is a former National Football League (NFL) player.
Beer played high school football at Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port High School, a consolidated high school in the thumb area of Michigan.[2] He went on to play college football for Saginaw Valley State University before transferring to Wayne State University.[3]
Beer was drafted in the seventh round of the 1994 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions.[4] [5] He played fullback in 1994, and linebacker in 1995 and 1996.[3] During his time with the Lions, Beer was among the team leaders in special teams tackles. He started one game at strongside linebacker during the 1996 season.[6]
Beer's career ended following the 1996 season. Doctors had recommended retirement following a series of neurological testing.[6]
Beer is not related to the earlier NFL player named Tom Beer.
Beer has participated in Lions alumni and charity events since his retirement.[7]