John Thomas (born May 5, 1953) is a former gridiron football player who played college football at Valley City State University in Valley City, North Dakota. He was selected by the New York Giants in the tenth round, 276th overall, of the 1976 NFL Draft.[1]
Thomas was an outstanding multi-sport athlete for the Valley City State Vikings in both football and track. In football, he was an All-Conference performer for the Vikings.[2]
On the track, Thomas was a four-year team most valuable player. He set the school record for points in one season with 354.5, tied a standing school record in the 100-yard dash, and set eight school records in track and field events. He placed seventh at nationals in the high hurdles and served as track team captain for two years, as well as a season as tri-captain.[2]
Professional career
Thomas was drafted in the tenth round of the 1976 NFL Draft by the New York Giants.[1] He signed with the Giants in 1976 but was later released.[1]
In 1977, Thomas signed with the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League and was subsequently released.[1] Available records do not list any regular-season statistics for Thomas with either team.
References
1234"John Thomas". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
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