Before arriving with the Detroit Lions, Thompson first played at Oklahoma State. His NFL career was robust: 12 years and 4,682 receiving yards in 83 starts.
8. Leonard Thompson, Pueblo
Detroit Lions wide receiver Leonard Thompson attempts to head upfield as Redskins linebacker Mel Kaufman tries to dislodge the ball during their game at R.F.K. Stadium in Washington, on Saturday, Jan. 10, 1983. Thompson caught seven passes for 150 yards. The Redskins defeated the Lions 31-7 in the first round of the NFC playoffs. (AP Photo/Ed Reinke)
Olympic bronze medalist Michael Bates, who played 11 seasons in the NFL, tops the list.
