Lamont Darnell Thompson was born on July 30,1978 and is an American former professional football player who was a safety in the National Football League.
15 Facts About Lamont Thompson
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Lamont Thompson played college football for the Washington State Cougars and was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the 2002 NFL draft.
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Lamont Thompson played for the Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins and Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Lamont Thompson played high school football at El Cerrito High School.
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In 2000, Lamont Thompson missed the entire season with a neck injury.
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Lamont Thompson received a medical redshirt and returned as a 5th-year senior in 2001.
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Lamont Thompson finished his career at Washington State with 22 interceptions, the fourth highest total in NCAA division 1 history, which he returned for 222 yards and a touchdown.
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Lamont Thompson returned 16 punts for 123 yards, 1 kickoff for 14 yards, and caught 2 passes for 34.
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Lamont Thompson was selected to Washington State's athletic Hall of fame in 2015.
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Lamont Thompson was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the 2002 NFL draft.
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Lamont Thompson was placed on Injured Reserve in December 2002 with a right knee injury.
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Lamont Thompson was released by the Bengals prior to the 2003 season.
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Lamont Thompson was almost immediately signed by the Titans after being released by the Bengals.
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On November 21,2007, Lamont Thompson signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Lamont Thompson finished his NFL career with 9 interceptions, 94 return yards, and a touchdown, along with 2 fumble recoveries, 19 return yards, 1 sack and 2 forced fumbles.