Cam Thomas (cornerback) facts for kids
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| Position: | Cornerback |
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| Born: | May 5, 1991 Paterson, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight: | 200 lb (91 kg) |
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| High school: | Milford Academy |
| College: | Western Kentucky |
| Undrafted: | 2015 |
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Cam Thomas, born on May 5, 1991, is an American who used to play professional football. He played as a cornerback, which is a defensive position in football. A cornerback's main job is to cover the opposing team's wide receivers and try to prevent them from catching the ball. He played college football at Western Kentucky University before starting his professional career with the Buffalo Bills in 2015.
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Playing Football in College
Cam Thomas's Time at Western Kentucky
Before playing professionally, Cam Thomas was a student-athlete at Western Kentucky University. He played for their college football team, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, from 2010 to 2014. Playing college football is a big step for many athletes who hope to play in the National Football League (NFL) one day. It helps them develop their skills and get noticed by professional teams.
Becoming a Professional Player
Joining the NFL: The Buffalo Bills
After finishing his college career, Cam Thomas hoped to join an NFL team. In 2015, he was not chosen during the main NFL Draft. Players who are not picked in the draft but still get signed by a team are called "undrafted free agents." This means teams can sign them directly after the draft. The Buffalo Bills saw his talent and signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2015.
Time with the Bills
Cam Thomas spent the 2015 football season with the Buffalo Bills. Unfortunately, he was placed on the "Physically Unable to Perform" (PUP) list for the entire season. This list is for players who are injured and cannot play or practice with the team. Because of his injury, the Bills decided to release him from the team on April 18, 2016.
