Will Walter Thomas get picked up?

jeckll · Apr 29, 2007

This guy was mentioned pre-draft as a sleeper, and while he didn't get drafted at all I can't see him at least not getting an invite to a training camp.

The kid is 6'5", 370 and he runs a 4.9 40. Not to mention he benches 475lbs and squats 800. He played so little college ball and had some off-field problems so it's not totally surprising he went undrafted, but NFL scouts are all about "upside" and a kid's body over his performance is a lot of times the reason he gets drafted. Don't see why he would be any different.

Really interesting story either way and a freakish build and athelete. Would like to see him in someone's camp, at least competing for a spot on the practice squad...

The_Man · Apr 29, 2007

He will be in someones camp, but it's only up to him if he wants to get serious about making a career via sports as a professional athlete. Some folks turn it around and others like Clarrett and Lawence Phillips don't.

I can't be worrying about whats going on with Walter Adams on a daily basis, but if you wouldn't mind keeping us all updated, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

jeckll · May 1, 2007

Yep, thought so...he was picked up by the Saints yesterday:

DT Walter Thomas - Northwest Mississippi Community College: Thomas, 6-4, 374 pounds, played in the Texas vs. the National All-Star game in 2007. A heavily recruited player as a high schooler, Thomas played briefly at Oklahoma State before attending Northwest Mississippi CC. Thomas reportedly ran in the 4.8-4.9 range and can bench press 475 pounds and squat 800 pounds and is known for his flexibility and his ability to do back flips and cartwheels. The 21-year old Thomas, who wears size 16 shoes, declared for the NFL Draft after his junior season and attended the Pro Day at Mississippi State University.

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