He also was a member of the Philadelphia Bell in the World Football League (WFL).
Thompson attended James Madison High School, where he was a starter at running back.
[1] He led the team during the season, collecting 214 carries for 907 yards (fourth in the conference), a 4.2-yard average and 9 touchdowns.
[3] On May 31, he instead opted to sign with the Ottawa Rough Riders of the Canadian Football League.
In 1973, he signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League.