Lamont Thompson
Lamont Darnell Thompson (born July 30, 1978) is a former American football safety in the National Football League. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He also played for the Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins and Jacksonville Jaguars. He played college football at Washington State.
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| Born: | July 30, 1978 Richmond, California | ||||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||||||
| Weight: | 215 lb (98 kg) | ||||||||
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| High school: | El Cerrito (CA) | ||||||||
| College: | Washington State | ||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2002 / Round: 2 / Pick: 41 | ||||||||
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Early years
He played high school football at El Cerrito High School.
Professional career
Cincinnati Bengals
He was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the 2002 NFL Draft. Thompson was placed on Injured Reserve in December 2002 with a right knee injury.[1] Thompson was released by the Bengals prior to the 2003 season.[2]
Tennessee Titans
Thompson was almost immediately signed by the TItans after being released by the Bengals.[3] On September 1, 2007 the Titans released him.
Miami Dolphins
On September 11, 2007, he signed with the Dolphins. On October 10, 2007 the Dolphins released him.
Jacksonville Jaguars
On November 21, 2007, Lamont signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was released on April 16, 2008.
References
- "Bengals put Thompson on IR". UPI. Retrieved 2020-01-31.
- y, troy. "NFL CUTS -- Suspended Atlanta LB Keith Newman four games for violating the NFL's policy on anabolic steroids and related substances". PostBulletin.com. Retrieved 2020-01-31.
- Courant, Hartford. "TRANSACTIONS". courant.com. Retrieved 2020-01-31.
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| Preceded by Chuck Cecil 21 Interceptions |
Pac-10 Career Interceptions Record 2001–present 24 Interceptions |
Succeeded by current record holder |