Dontarrious Thomas
Dontarrious Dewayne Thomas is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League. He played college football for the Auburn Tigers. He was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the second round of the 2004 NFL draft.
Thomas was also a member of the San Francisco 49ers, California Redwoods, and San Diego Chargers and Sacramento Mountain Lions.
Early life
At Perry High School in Perry, Georgia, Thomas was a three sport standout in football, basketball, and track. In football, he was a Class 2-A-All-State selection, and as a senior, had 6 interceptions, returned an interception for a touchdown, had 78 tackles, and rushed for 278 yards on only 14 carries.Professional career
Minnesota Vikings (first stint)
Thomas was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the second round of the 2004 NFL draft. He played four seasons with the Vikings, appearing in 59 games and recording 143 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.San Francisco 49ers
Thomas was originally signed No. 51 upon signing with the 49ers in 2008. When linebacker Brandon Moore was released in August, Thomas switched to Moore's #56 while the newly signed Takeo Spikes took 51.However, on August 31, 2008, Thomas was released by the 49ers to make room for linebacker Ahmad Brooks.