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Henry Thomas is a former defensive tackle out of LSU, selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 72nd overall pick (round 3) in the 1987 NFL Draft. He played 213 regular-season games from 1987 to 2000. He was named to 2 Pro Bowls.
Draft Details
Henry Thomas Career Stats
- 2× Pro Bowl selection.
- Primary starter for 13 seasons.
- Ranks 1st in the 1987 draft class in sacks (93.5).
Career Totals
| Games | Sacks | Def INT |
|---|---|---|
| 213 | 93.5 | 4 |
Career span: 1987–2000.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
Draft Class Context
Henry Thomas was the 6th of 19 DTs selected in the 1987 draft. The 72nd overall pick has been used 61 times in draft history. LSU had 6 players drafted in 1987, among them Karl Wilson and Michael Brooks. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
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