Derrick Vincent Thomas (January 1, 1967 – February 8, 2000), nicknamed "D. T.", was an American professional football linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL). Considered one of the greatest pass rushers of all time, [1] he played 11 seasons with the Chiefs until his death in 2000.

Feb 17, 2024 · Thomas remains the only NFL player to die in the midst of their playing career and earn a gold bust in Canton. Seven children from five different relationships survive Derrick Thomas.

Apr 12, 2020 · Former Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro linebacker Derrick Thomas had his life tragically cut short in a car accident 20 years ago.

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Feb 3, 2023 · On one stretch of interstate, Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Thomas was driving with two friends en route to the airport. Thomas was hoping to catch a flight to Saint Louis so that the three of them could watch the Rams play the …

Feb 28, 2023 · On roads made slippery by a sudden snow storm and accompanying white-out, nine-time pro bowler and team icon Derrick Thomas was involved in an automobile accident that left one man dead and Thomas partially paralyzed.

On February 8, 2000, Edith Morgan lost a son and the Kansas City Chiefs lost a legend, Derrick Thomas. However, more powerful than the sting of death, is Derrick's legacy, which continues to grow.

Feb 8, 2024 · On January 23, 2000, star Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Thomas was injured in an automobile accident on his way to Kansas City International Airport. He died on February 8, 2000.

The Kansas City Chiefs selected linebacker Derrick Thomas as the fourth player overall in the 1989 National Football League Draft. A consensus All-America and Dick Butkus Award winner at Alabama, Thomas excelled as a pass rusher who set the school record for sacks.

Derrick Thomas was a force to be reckoned with throughout his career but it ended in tragedy. We give his full story.