Chargers tied for first Nov 16, 2009
Fired up about fatherhood, Tomlinson passed Thurman Thomas and Franco Harris and moved into 12th place all-time with 12,145 yards. His two touchdowns gave him 146 and moved him past Marcus Allen and into third place on the all-time list. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vintage L.T. helps Bolts charge past Eagles' late rally Nov 16, 2009
" Tomlinson hit notable markers, surpassing Thurman Thomas and then Franco Harris, to finish the day in 12th place on the NFL's all-time rushing list with 12,145 yards. The two TDs gave him 146 for his career, pushing him past Marcus Allen for third all-time. Said Gates, "I told him he's only got 70 more to catch. " On the 20-yard score, Tomlinson resembled his former MVP form, bursting off right tackle, then accelerating to a second gear. "Turn on the tape and compare it to one of his runs from... (USA Today -- Sports)
Chargers View Giants as Playoff Litmus Test Nov 6, 2009
Tomlinson has 12,027 yards; Thurman Thomas is next at 12,074. --RB collects yards on rushes, receptions and returns. (ChargersUpdate.com)
Rivers, Eli Manning to finally meet on ... Nov 3, 2009
It's a great honor, but I would like to get a lot further, said Tomlinson, who has 12,027 yards, 47 yards behind 13th-place Thurman Thomas. I don't want to settle for reaching 12,000 yards, Tomlinson said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Former NFL star's statue returned to western NY Oct 17, 2009
ELMA, N.Y. - A pilfered half-ton chain-saw carving of former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas has been returned to western New York. Thomas gave his wooden likeness a kiss Thursday after a crane unloaded the 1,000-pound pine statue at a sports training facility in Elma, outside Buffalo. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Former NFL Star's Statue Returned To NY Oct 17, 2009
Thurman Thomas Statue Was Found In Canada ... ELMA, N.Y. -- A pilfered half-ton chainsaw carving of former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas has been returned to western New York. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
DIGEST U.S.'s Sloan takes gold in all-around Oct 17, 2009
Lost and found: A pilfered half-ton chain-saw carving of former Bills running back Thurman Thomas has been returned to Buffalo after it was tracked down in Welland, Ontario. Golf: Chad Campbell closed with an eagle on the par-5 ninth for a 9-under 62 and a share of the second-round lead with Troy Matteson in the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Missing Thomas Statue Apparently In Canada Oct 15, 2009
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- A missing half-ton chainsaw carving of former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas is apparently in Canada. Orchard Park police said an Ontario man called the organization that owns the carving Tuesday. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
1,000-lb Thurman Thomas statue missing Oct 13, 2009
Thurman Thomas statue missing, day after unveiling - NFL- nbcsports ... Thurman Thomas was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2007 ... ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - A chain saw carving of former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas is missing from a parking lot across from Ralph Wilson stadium, a day after it was unveiled. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Names & Faces Oct 13, 2009
Names Articles Thurman Thomas A chain-saw carving of the former Buffalo Bills running back is missing from a parking lot across from Ralph Wilson stadium, a day after it was unveiled. The project's creator, Therese Forton-Barnes, says. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Football statue missing a day after unveiling Oct 13, 2009
Thurman Thomas statue missing, day after unveiling. Article:Thurman Thomas statue missing, day after unveiling:/n/a/2009/10/12/sports/s150144D01 ... DTL Article:Thurman Thomas statue missing, day after unveiling:/n/a/2009/10/12/sports/s150144D01. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
For Lynch, it's "time to eat" Oct 4, 2009
That three-game total is the fourth most by a Bill, just behind Thurman Thomas' 584 yards in 1991 and two totals by O.J. Simpson (543 in 1975 and 491 in 1973). That's pretty good company to keep. (BillsReport.com)
Jackson has earned bigger role for Bills Sep 22, 2009
But it would take glaucoma to miss the fact that Jackson also creates his own yards as effectively as any back in the league, bouncing off tacklers and spinning away from defensive backs with a style reminiscent of another great Bills runner -- Thurman Thomas. Jackson's one mistake Sunday was easily forgivable. (Erie Times-News, PA)
NFL Notebook: Buffalo honors 50th season Sep 21, 2009
Each member of the team, including Hall of Famers Jim Kelly, Bruce Smith, Thurman Thomas, James Lofton, Joe DeLamielleure, Billy Shaw and head coach Marv Levy, were presented with a trophy-like momento from owner Ralph Wilson at midfield. Fifteen players from the Bills' four consecutive AFC championship teams were selected to the team, while punter Brian Moorman was the only current Bills player to be selected by fan voting. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
The son also rises Sep 9, 2009
Unlike his father, who famously had to wait two years to get his turn at Oklahoma State - starting only after Thurman Thomas left for the NFL - Sanders was a big part of the offense. Sanders rushed for 742 yards and 12 touchdowns on 89 carries while helping his school go 15-0 and capture the 2008 Oklahoma 2A state title. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bryant, No. 9 Cowboys Down No. 13 Georgia 24-10 Sep 7, 2009
Career rushing-leader Thurman Thomas made a cameo, too. Eventually, the Cowboys' current stars also showed up. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Defense leads No. 11 Okla. State past No. 13 Georgia Sep 6, 2009
Career rushing-leader Thurman Thomas made a cameo, too. Then came the best part for OSU: a victory. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rich Eisen's Super Bowl pick Sep 5, 2009
Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas. NFL Network analyst Rich Eisen. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Hall of Famer Thomas on Blount Sep 5, 2009
Thurman Thomas talks about Blount and his playing days - Dan Patrick ... Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas ... Thurman Thomas talks about Blount and his playing days. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
UIL hits on All-Century brainstorm Sep 4, 2009
At running back, you have 55+ prime choices, including Doak Walker, , Thurman Thomas, Rodney Thomas, Robert Strait, Earl Campbell, Eric Dickerson, Craig James and. But you have two choices there to fill the backfield. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Notebook: Handshake won't happen Sep 3, 2009
Sports Illustrated's Dan Patrick and Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas, who starred at Oklahoma State, will hold a "chalk talk" from noon to 12:30 p.m and sign autographs from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday as part of the Sports Illustrated Heisman Tour on the north side of Boone Pickens Stadium. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Thursday, September 03, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bryant is OSU's biggest weapon Sep 3, 2009
" That quiet beginning in Sanford Stadium in 2007 turned into an explosion in 2008. Bryant caught 87 passes for 1,480 yards and 19 touchdowns. He and teammate Kendall Hunter were Oklahoma State's first sophomore All-American position players since Thurman Thomas in 1985. "At first I really didn't know what I was doing," Bryant said. "But last year I learned so much that now my comfort level is sky-high. " Bryant's size (6-foot-2, 215 pounds) and strength combined with good hands make him a tough... (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Big' opener for Dogs Sep 1, 2009
Johnson watched Thurman Thomas and Barry Sanders shred defenses in the 1980s. He saw Les Miles Cowboys beat Bob Stoops and the Oklahoma Sooners back-to-back seasons early this decade. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
New Era, Thurman Thomas join forces Aug 25, 2009
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No. 1 Gators make preseason AP poll history Aug 23, 2009
Florida Gators make preseason AP poll history with widest margin for No. 1 - ESPN. Updated: August 22, 2009, 5:02 PM ET. (ABC News)
Gators nearly unanimous No. 1 in preseason poll Aug 23, 2009
Our goal is to get to Atlanta" for the Southeastern Conference championship game. The rest of the top 10 includes two Big Ten powerhouses (No. 6 Ohio State and No. 9 Penn State) and the defending Atlantic Coast Conference champion (No. 7 Virginia Tech). No. 8 Mississippi is in the preseason top 10 for the first time since 1970, when the Rebels were ranked fifth. Oklahoma State is tied with Penn State for No. 9, the Cowboys' highest preseason ranking since No. 16 in 1985, when Thurman Thomas was... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Gators to start at No. 1 Aug 23, 2009
Oklahoma State is tied with Penn State for No. 9, the Cowboys highest preseason ranking since No. 16 in 1985, when Thurman Thomas was in the backfield. Florida is preseason No. 1 for the third time (1994 and 2001), and the Gators are the 20th defending national champ to start the season on top. (MSNBC -- Sports)
A Legacy PreservedMichael Rosenberg hails Ken Griffey Jr. as the anti-Favre: When retired, he'll stay retired. Aug 21, 2009
When his son Trey needs football advice, Griffey calls former NFL stars Thurman Thomas, Ricky Watters and Darryl Talley. His daughter Taryn's AAU basketball team is coached by longtime NBA players Antonio Davis and Dee Brown. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Hall of Famer stays true to his roots Aug 17, 2009
The Touchdown Club of Houston recently named Willowridge alumnus Thurman Thomas the Touchdowner of the Year ... Looking back over the history of Texas High School football, not many athletes have accomplished and been honored as many times as running back Thurman Thomas. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Defense highlights new Hall of Fame class Aug 9, 2009
l Thurman Thomas, running back. l Jim Thorpe, halfback. (The Augusta Chronicle)
New GCT assistant born to coach Aug 8, 2009
Gundy was the quarterback (when my father was at OSU) and Barry Sanders and Thurman Thomas were tailbacks, Campbell said. Campbell said his father coached at U of A for 18 years and he considers Fayetteville home. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Fans start trek to Canton Aug 8, 2009
Marc Honan, the Bills senior vice president of marketing and broadcasting, said 90 to 95 percent of the Bills organization will attend, as well as several of Smith s former teammates, including Jim Kelly, Thurman Thomas, Steve Tasker and Adam Lingner. Honan said the organization s away game staff will organize travel arrangements for the team, as usual. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Smith to be inducted into Hall of Fame Aug 7, 2009
Smith was the centerpiece of an aggressive and speedy Bills defense, and part of a star-laden team that also featured future Hall of Famers Jim Kelly and Thurman Thomas. Together, they ushered in the franchises golden era in the early 1990s, when the Bills made an unmatched four straight Super Bowl appearances, though they lost all four. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Biggest shoes to fill: Looking for the right fit Aug 6, 2009
s Thurman Thomas was replaced by Barry Sanders, who in 1988 had the best season for a running back in NCAA history. Here's a list of some of the biggest shoes to be filled this season. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
A&M's top receiver wants to throw passes now Jul 28, 2009
Gundy had three consecutive 2,000-yard passing seasons, even with Thurman Thomas and then Sanders running the ball, and led the Cowboys to back-to-back 10-win seasons and bowl victories. Get Over It. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
City Beat (2) Jul 26, 2009
Scheduled appearances by more than 50 sports stars, including Joe Montana, Troy Aikman, Lynn Swann, Tom Seaver, Bob Feller, John Barry Sanders, Gale Sayers and Thurman Thomas. Hours: today (Wed. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Post the First Comment Jul 23, 2009
Other Hall of Fame inductees included coach Lou Holtz, running back Thurman Thomas, quarterback Troy Aikman and wide receiver Rod Smith. Bucks to host Seminoles in annual tournament. (Ohio State University -- The Lantern, OH)
Holtz leads class into college HOF Jul 21, 2009
Former UCLA quarterback Troy Aikman, 1959 Heisman Trophy winner Billy Cannon of LSU and former Oklahoma State tailback Thurman Thomas head the class of 17 players being enshrined during two days of festivities Friday and Saturday. Despite all the star power, Holtz will be the main attraction as he returns to the city where he enjoyed his biggest successes, bringing Notre Dame back to power after five lean seasons under Gerry Faust. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Fitz enshrined Jul 20, 2009
Other legends of the game in this year's class include Troy Aikman, Thurman Thomas, Rod Smith and Lou Holtz. Upon arriving in downtown South Bend, NU fans quickly took their spot along the route of the Enshrinement Grand Parade to cheer on Coach Fitzgerald as he made his way down the motorcade. (PurpleWildcats.com)
Holtz heads Hall of Fame class Jul 19, 2009
Former UCLA quarterback Troy Aikman, 1959 Heisman Trophy winner Billy Cannon of LSU and former Oklahoma State tailback Thurman Thomas head the class of 17 players. Former Notre Dame split end Derrick Mayes said the key to Holtz's success was his ability to inspire. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cooper, Holtz, Aikman head Hall of Fame class Jul 19, 2009
Others enshrined Saturday include former UCLA quarterback Troy Aikman, former Oklahoma State tailback Thurman Thomas, former Florida linebacker Wilber Marshall and former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz. . (Muscatine Journal, IO)
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Other legends of the game in this year's class include Troy Aikman, Thurman Thomas, Rod Smith and Lou Holtz ... PlayersTroy Aikman - QB, UCLA (1987-88)Roger Brown - DT, Maryland-Eastern Shore (1956-59)Billy Cannon - RB, LSU (1957-59)Fred Dean - DT, Louisiana Tech (1971-74)Jim Dombrowski - OT, Virginia (1982-85)Pat Fitzgerald - LB, Northwestern (1994-96)Wilber Marshall - LB, Florida State (1980-83)Rueben Mayes - RB, Washington State (1982-85)Randall McDaniel - OG, Arizona State (1984-87)Don... (Northwestern Sports -- Rivals.com)
INDUCTEES: Bios of 2009 enshrinement class Jul 18, 2009
Thurman Thomas, tailback, Oklahoma State (1984-87) Ran for 4,595 yards and 44 TDs, had 21 100+-yard rushing games for Cowboys before helping Buffalo to four Super Bowl Appearances. Arnold Tucker, quarterback, Army (1944-46) Led Cadets to three national championships with 27-0-1 record, won Sullivan Award in 1946, took flight training and retired as Lt. Colonel after lengthy Army and Air Force service career. (USA Today -- Sports)
Aikman says college career wasn't complete Jul 18, 2009
Others being honored include former Oklahoma State tailback Thurman Thomas, 1959 Heisman Trophy winner Billy Cannon of LSU, former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz and former Ohio State coach John Cooper. Aikman, now a Fox Sports analyst, accomplished a lot during his college career, leading the Bruins to back-to-back 10-2 seasons. (MSNBC -- Sports)
'Family comes first' for Marshall Jul 18, 2009
Today, he goes into the College Football Hall of Fame with such luminaries as Troy Aikman, Lou Holtz, Thurman Thomas and Billy Cannon. The class numbers 21. (Florida Today)
Rod Smith ran unusual route right into college Hall of Fame Jul 17, 2009
Thurman Thomas, tailback, Oklahoma State, 1984-87. Arnold Tucker, quarterback, Miami (Fla. (USA Today -- Sports)
Wyoming Great Jay Novacek to be Featured in CBS College Sports College Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Show on Saturday Jul 17, 2009
The other players being inducted are: Billy Cannon (LSU, HB, 1957-59), Jim Dombrowski (Virginia, OT, 1982-85), Pat Fitzgerald (Northwestern, LB, 1993-96), Wilber Marshall (Florida, LB, 1980-83), Rueben Mayes (Washington State, RB, 1982-85), Randall McDaniel (Arizona State, OG, 1984-87), Don McPherson (Syracuse, QB, 1984-87), Dave Parks (Texas Tech, SE, 1961-63), Ron Simmons (Florida State, NG, 1977-80), Thurman Thomas (Oklahoma State, RB, 1984-87) and Arnold Tucker (Army, QB, 1944-46). The two... (Wyomingathletics.com)
Players, coaches to be enshrined in Hall of Fame Jul 17, 2009
Thurman Thomas, tailback. Oklahoma State, 1984-87. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Arnold Tucker to be Enshrined on Saturday Jul 15, 2009
Players Troy Aikman (UCLA); Roger Brown (Maryland-Eastern Shore); Billy Cannon (Louisiana State); Fred Dean (Louisiana Tech); Jim Dombrowski (Virginia); Pat Fitzgerald (Northwestern); Wilber Marshall (Florida); Rueben Mayes (Washington State); Randall McDaniel (Arizona State); Don McPherson (Syracuse); Sam Mills* (Montclair State, N.J.); Jay Novacek (Wyoming); Dave Parks (Texas Tech); Ron Simmons (Florida State); Rod Smith (Missouri Southern State); Thurman Thomas (Oklahoma State); Arnold Tucker... (ArmySports.com)
Position by Position: Wide Receivers Jul 9, 2009
You have to think of Bryant as the Barry Sanders or Thurman Thomas of wide receivers. Bryant averaged 17. (GoPokes.com)
Preseason report: Fort Bend Willowridge Jul 6, 2009
You start talking about Grady Cavness, Allen Aldridge Jr., and Thurman Thomas, and many other guys, and coaches, who have come through that program. We felt like this was our opportunity to re-establish that tradition. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
The Monroe Doctrine Apr 14, 2009
They were good enough in the running game for great running backs, and in some cases, Hall of Fame running backs: Thurman Thomas, , Shaun Alexander, Dorsey Levens, Marshall Faulk and Corey Dillon. They were also, for the most part, completely overshadowed by their left tackle counterparts: Will Wolford, Tarik Glenn, Walter Jones, Ross Verba, Orlando Pace. (WarPaintIllustrated.com)
PADRES:Transition to Moorad's group begins Mar 27, 2009
Moorad was one of the most-successful player agents in sports, representing such NFL stars as Steve Young, Aikman, Warren Moon and Thurman Thomas before switching to baseball where he had Manny Ramirez, Eric Karros, Ivan Rodriguez, Mo Vaughn, Matt Williams, Will Clark, Shawn Green and Raul Mondesi as clients. Moorad represented more than 40 first-round baseball draft picks, including two overall No. 1 picks ---- Pat Burrell and Darin Erstad. (North County Times)
Raiders May Be Seen All Over - on TV Mar 20, 2009
Team leadership, including co-owner Thurman Thomas, announced the signing of a national television deal between At Sports TV and the Raiders new league, the IFL (Indoor Football League). At Sports TV is a brand new sports network already on the air in markets like Dallas, with the hopes of getting into Europe soon. (R News)
Bills interest perks with Owens Mar 11, 2009
But, for Guelli and his staff, Owens gives the Bills its highest profile star since the heyday of Hall of Fame players such as Jim Kelly, Bruce Smith and Thurman Thomas and the team s four consecutive Super Bowl appearances. Owens signing comes at a time when the economy is in a recession and Bills fans are frustrated that the team hasn t made the playoffs in nine years and imploded last season following a 4-0 start. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Biggest Buffalo splash since Erie Canal? T.O. Mar 9, 2009
Wow, said Bills Hall-of-Fame running back Thurman Thomas. I said it at the end of last year that the Bills have to make a big splash. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Thurman Thomas to Headline West Texas A&M Athletic Awards Banquet Feb 28, 2009
Thurman Thomas to Headline West Texas Aetic Awards Banquet ... NFL Hall of Famer Thurman Thomas will speak at the WTAMU Athletic Awards Banquet ... This year's banquet will feature Pro Football Hall of Fame-member Thurman Thomas. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Favre's final retirement? 'It is ... Believe me,' QB says Feb 12, 2009
Brett Favre's final retirement. Believe me,' QB says - USATODAY.com. (USA Today -- Sports)
