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Sidney Thornton is a former running back out of Northwestern State (LA), selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the 48th overall pick (round 2) in the 1977 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Oklahoma Outlaws.
Draft Details
Year
Round
Round 2
Pick
48th overall
Team
Position
College
Sidney Thornton Career Stats
- 2× Super Bowl champion (1979, 1980)
Career Totals
| Rushing attempts | Rushing yards | Receptions | Receiving yards | Total touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 356 | 1,512 | 46 | 515 | 24 |
Career History
- Pittsburgh Steelers (1977–1982)
- Oklahoma Outlaws (1984)
Born: New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. · Height: 5-11 · Weight: 230 lb
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| 1 | 3 |  CIN |
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| 1 | 4 |  NYJ |
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| 1 | 5 |  NYG |
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| 1 | 6 |  ATL |
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| 1 | 7 |  NO |
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| 1 | 8 | CIN |
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DE |  Houston |
| 1 | 9 |  GB |
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DE |  Kansas |
| 4 | 1 |  SEA |
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