| Dontarrious
Thomas
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Thomas uncertain with future in free agency 
Linebacker Dontarrious Thomas faces an uncertain future as an unrestricted free agent again.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Jan 24, 2009 |
Turning point: The turnover beast
The Vikings won the turnover battle and therefore the game in a landslide.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Nov 23, 2008 |
Linebackers discuss Harris’ potential
See what Childress and some of the other linebackers had to say about Napoleon Harris' prospects.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 15, 2008 |
LB Thomas rejoins Vikings
The Vikings signed linebacker Dontarrious Thomas to help out in a beat-up linebacker corps.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Oct 13, 2008 |
Another End Coming In?
A league source told Viking Update that he expects another defensive end to visit the Vikings.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Mar 1, 2008 |
Thomas reportedly signs with 49ers
Ex-Vikings linebacker Dontarrious Thomas said to land with ‘Niners
-by VikingUpdate.com
Feb 29, 2008 |
Lurtsema’s Reaction: The Free Agents
Former Viking Bob Lurtsema gives his opinion on the Vikings’ own free agents, player by player.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Feb 26, 2008 |
LB Thomas: Free Agency Up in Air
Thomas in no hurry to get a contract done before having an opportunity to test the market.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Feb 12, 2008 |
2008 Free Agents: Outside Linebackers
Depending on what they do with one of their own free agents, the Vikings might look for depth at LB.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Jan 14, 2008 |
DT Experiences Mixed Emotions of Free Agency
See what Thomas, the backup linebacker, had to say about potentially returning to the Vikings.
-by VikingUpdate.com
Jan 7, 2008 |
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Ht: 6-2
Wt: 241
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09/02/1980 |
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As the Vikings’ second-round pick in 2004, Dontarrious Thomas is expected to compete for the starting spot at weakside linebacker. He was one of Auburn’s top athletes, finishing with 350 tackles.
2004: Started five games and played in all 16 games. Struggled at times with his assignments as a rookie, but his athleticism showed. Finished with 76 tackles on defense and ranked third on special teams with 16 tackles. Became the first Vikings rookie linebacker to start the season opener since 1962.
College: One of Auburn's best athletes, winning the Offseason Conditioning Award as a sophomore and senior. Recipient of the Pat Dye Leadership Award as a junior. Started for three years at strongside outside linebacker before shifting to the middle as a senior. Finished his career with 350 tackles (165 solos), 6-1⁄2 sacks for minus-51 yards, 30 stops for losses of 104 yards, 15 pass deflections, two interceptions, two fumble recoveries, a forced fumble and a blocked kick in 48 games. His 350 tackles rank eighth on the school's career-record list while his 185 assisted tackles rank fifth. A three-time SEC Academic Honor Roll member, he was also the winner of the inaugural Scholar-Athlete of the Year Award for football in the Southeastern Conference.
High School: Attended Perry (Ala.) High. Class 2-A all-state selection. Played linebacker, defensive back, receiver and quarterback, recording 78 tackles and intercepted six passes, returning one for a touchdown, as a senior. Picked up 278 yards on just 14 carries as a senior (19.9 avg.). Three-sport athlete, also competing in track and basketball.
Personal: Graduated in May 2003 in Management Information Systems. Nicknamed "Reindeer" because of his running style.
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