Thomas attended Palo Duro High School and later played college football at Texas A&M University for the Aggies.
After college, Philadelphia selected Thomas in the fourth round, 104th overall in the 1991 NFL draft.
His most notable seasons were in 1995 and 1996 which he was selected as a member of the NFC's Pro Bowl team.
Thomas was a member of the coaching staff at La Salle University as a volunteer assistant during the 2007 season.
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