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Derrick Thomas to Be Honored By Chiefs
Published: June 23, 2009
In a ceremony at halftime of the Chiefs matchup versus the Denver Broncos on Dec. 6, the Hall of Fame linebacker is sure to get another rousing standing ovation from the fans at Arrowhead.
Thomas played his entire 11-year NFL career for Kansas City after they drafted him No. 4 overall in the 1989 Draft.
On Jan. 23, 2000 Thomas was involved in a career-ending car accident which paralyzed him from the chest down. A few weeks later on Feb. 8, 2000, he died from a massive blood clot that was discovered in his legs and traveled to his lungs. Thomas wasn't wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident and was reportedly thrown from his car.
Thomas was a nine time Pro-Bowler and named Defensive Rookie of the Year. He was remembered as one of the greatest pass rushers of all time.
On Veteran's Day, 1990, Thomas recorded an NFL record seven sacks against the Seattle Seahawks, a record which still stands today...
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