| Name |
Devin Thomas |
| Height |
6 ft 2 in |
| Naionality |
American |
| Date of Birth |
15-November-1986 |
| Place of Birth |
Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S. |
| Famous for |
Football Player |
Devin Thomas is a wide receiver for the Detroit Lions. He was signed by the Lions in the 2013 offseason, his fifth NFL team. After playing college football for Michigan State, he was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played for the Redskins from 2008 to 2010, the Carolina Panthers in 2010, and the New York Giants from 2010 to 2011. He is a member of the 2011-2012 Giants teams that won Super Bowl XLVI.
Thomas was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the second round (34th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft. On July 18, he agreed to a four-year 4.8 million contract that included roughly $2.7 million in guaranteed money. Thomas is represented by Drew Rosenhaus. In 2008, Thomas won the NFL Rookie's Madden Bowl, defeating future Bears teammate Matt Forte. The Redskins utilized Thomas a good deal on special teams, mainly on kickoffs. While his playing time on offense grew from 2008 to 2009, his production was limited. In 2008, he amassed 173 yards of total offense and one touchdown (rushing). In 2009, his production marginally improved to 323 yards and three touchdowns (all receiving), with a career game December 6, 2009 against the New Orleans Saints of more than 100 yards receiving and two touchdowns. Through four games in 2010, under new head coach Mike Shanahan, Thomas amassed no offensive statistics, though he continued to play on special teams.
Thomas was waived by the Redskins on October 9, 2010. On March 28, 2012, Thomas signed with the Chicago Bears to a one-year contract. On August 5, 2012, he announced his retirement from the NFL on his Twitter account. It was later revealed in the New York Daily News that same day he retired at such a young age to avoid lifelong injuries such as brain damage. He also said he would prefer to settle down with his fiancee Porshia and their son Devin Jr.
