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Cliff Thrift is a former linebacker out of East Central, selected by the Los Angeles Chargers with the 73rd overall pick (round 3) in the 1979 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the San Diego Chargers, Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams.
Draft Details
Cliff Thrift Career Stats
- Super Bowl champion (XX)
Career Totals
| Sacks | Fumble recoveries | Interceptions |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | 5 | 3 |
Career History
- San Diego Chargers (1979–1984)
- Chicago Bears (1985)
- Los Angeles Rams (1986)
Born: Dallas, Texas, U.S. · Height: 6-2
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| 1 | 1 |  BUF |
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| 1 | 3 |  CIN |
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| 1 | 4 |  CHI |
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| 1 | 5 | BUF |
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| 1 | 6 |  BAL |
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| 1 | 7 |  NYG |
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| 1 | 8 |  LA |
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| 1 | 9 | CHI |
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LB |  Arizona State |
| 1 | 10 |  DET |
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G |  Penn State |
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