Adalius Thomas is an all-pro National Football League inside linebacker currently playing for the New England Patriots. Originally getting drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round of the 2000 NFL Draft, Thomas is in his second season with the Patriots. In the 2007 season, Thomas started 15 regular season games and amassed 78 tackles and 6.5 sacks.
On Novemeber 10, 2008, sources revealed to news agencies that Thomas would likely miss the remainder of the 2008 NFL season due to a broken left forearm. The injury was suffered during the November 9, 2008 game against the New England Patriots. The Bills lost the game 20-10.ESPN.com: LB Thomas breaks left forearm in first half, likely done for season (November 10, 2008)
Fast Facts:
- Full name: Adalius Donquail Thomas
- Born: August 18, 1977
- Birthplace:Equality, Alabama
- Height: 6'2"
- Weight: 270
- Position: Linebacker
- High school: Central Coosa High School
- College: University of Southern Mississippi
- Major: Sports administration
- Draft year: 2000
- Played for the Baltimore Ravens from 2000 - 2006
- Established the Adalius Thomas S.L.A.S.H. Fund
- Works with the Russell Medical Center in Alabama
- Named to the Pro Bowl in 2003 and in 2006
Early Life
Thomas was born in Equality, Alabama on August 18, 1977. He attended high school at Central Coosa High School. He continued his education at the University of Southern Mississippi. Thomas was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the 6th round of the NFL Draft.Patriots.com: Adalius Thomas
Pro Career
Thomas appeared in 3 games for the Ravens his rookie season. The following year he appeared in 16 games for the Ravens. In 2007, Thomas was signed by the New England Patriots as an unrestricted free . As of 2008, Thomas has appeared in two pro bowls.Patriots.com: Adalius Thomas
Adalius Thomas Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the New England Patriots
- ESPN.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 270 lbs.
- Rookie Year: 2000
Adalius Thomas Timeline
1977: August 18 Born
2000: Drafted by Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round
2002: Created Adalius Thomas S.L.A.S.H. Fund
2003: Selected to his first Pro Bowl
2004: Re-signed with the Baltimore Ravens on March 22
2005: Became the first Baltimore Raven to record three defensive touchdowns in one season
2005: Received award from the Mentoring, Academics, Athletics in Partnership (MAAP)
2006: Selected to his second Pro Bowl
2007: Signed by the New England Patriots as an unrestricted free agent
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