7 years with the Baltimore Ravens.
3 years with the New England Patriots.
And that’s just the beginning of Adalius Thomas’ story.
In the latest Doc & The Block episode, NFL Super Bowl champ Adalius Thomas shares how he reached football’s most celebrated stage. It was a journey of twists and turns — and one that was almost over before it began.
In high school, Thomas was in a horrific car wreck that broke his foot and resulted in 400 stitches in his face; “If I was at football practice, I wouldn’t have been in that car,” Thomas said. “And from there, I started playing football.”
Career Highlights:
- Drafted: 2000 NFL Draft, 6th round (186th overall) by the Baltimore Ravens
- Super Bowl Champion: Won Super Bowl XXXV with the Ravens in his rookie season
- Pro Bowl Selections: 2-time Pro Bowler (2006, 2007)
- All-Pro Honors: Named Second-Team All-Pro in 2006
- Versatility: Played linebacker, defensive end, and even some snaps as a defensive back
Listen to Adalius Thomas’ story above.
