Seven-time Pro Bowl safety says he wants to return to the NFL
Adam Schefter has reported that former Seahawks and Ravens safety Earl Thomas III wants to resume his NFL career. Thomas hasn't played a down of football since the 2019 season when he was in Baltimore.
The former seven-time Pro Bowler texted: «I'm ready,» «I'm in shape. My timing is on point - I'm proud of that.»
Thomas turns 33 in May and is a former first-round pick by the Seahawks back in 2010. Later on, he signed a 4-year $55 million contract with the Ravens but was cut after just one season after punching a teammate during practice.
During his last season, he appeared in 15 games for the Ravens and recorded 49 total tackles, 2 sacks, and 2 interceptions.
Could he be an option for the Bears? We highly doubt the Bears would be interested in Thomas. Although he would bring a veteran presence in the secondary and be a good presence for safety Eddie Jackson, he is an older player towards the end of his career. This is not the type of player you want on a rebuilding team. The fight with a teammate also makes us question his character and leadership although these things happen. It will be interesting to watch where he lands in 2022.
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