Thurman Thomas Bills Swiss-Army Knife...
"Thurman Thomas Bills Swiss-Army Knife Running Back"
Thurmon Thomas wasn't just another running back; he was a highlight reel in cleats. Thomas carved his name into gridiron history as a cornerstone of the dominant Buffalo Bills dynamic offense of the 1990s. This article delves into the electrifying career of this Oklahoma State product, exploring his rise from college star to Super Bowl participant, his unique skillset that revolutionized the running back position, and the lasting impact he left on the game. Get ready to relive the magic of "The Machine" and rediscover the brilliance of Thurmon Thomas.
Born May 16, 1966, in Houston, Texas, was Oklahoma State running back from 1984 through the 1987 season, Thurman Thomas. For his collegiate career Thurman Thomas amassed 4,847 rushing yards and 43 touchdowns at Oklahoma State, catapulting him into school and conference record books.
His career rushing yardage is second best all-time in the conference, trailing only 2006 College Football Hall of Famer Mike Rozier of Nebraska. Thurman Thomas’ collegiate football records are celebrated in the College Football Hall of Fame after his induction in 2008. The Buffalo Bills wisely selected Thomas in the second round of the 1988 NFL Draft. Thurman received the great honor of being the NFL MVP in 1991 and according to the ProFootballHOF.com website he recorded eight consecutive 1000 yard seasons running with the ball.
Thomas retired as the NFL's ninth-ranked rusher with 12,074 yards and added another 4,458 yards on 472 catches. He scored 65 rushing and 23 receiving touchdowns in his 13-season career.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrined the brilliant NFL career of Thurmon Thomas in 2007.
- EVENTDAY: May 16
- FOOTBALL NAME: Thurmon Thomas
- FOOTBALL POSITION: Running Back
- FOOTBALL TEAM: Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, Oklahoma State Cowboys
- NCAAF JERSEY: Number 34
- NFL JERSEY: Number34
- SPORTS: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Football, Pro Football
- CATEGORY: Football Hall of Fame
- HASHTAGS: #May16 #ThurmonThomas #RunningBack #BuffaloBills #MiamiDolphins #OklahomaStateCowboys #Number34 #Number34