Name Andy Thorn Height: 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) Role American football player | College: Northern Iowa Weight 113 kg Undrafted: 2005 Positions Tight end | |
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Date of birth: (1982-02-04) February 4, 1982 (age 33) Education University of Northern Iowa | ||
Place of birth: Waterford, Michigan | ||
Andrew Robert Thorn (born February 4, 1982) is a former American football tight end in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys. He played college football at the University of Northern Iowa.
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Early years
Thorn attended Waterford Mott High School. He accepted a scholarship from the University of Iowa, before transferring to the University of Northern Iowa after his sophomore season. As a senior, he posted 7 receptions for 75 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Philadelphia Eagles
Thorn was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Philadelphia Eagles after the 2007 NFL Draft. On September 5, he was waived and later signed to the practice squad. He was released on September 2, 2006.
Dallas Cowboys
On October 4, 2006, he was signed by the Dallas Cowboy to the practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on December 14. He was cut on August 9, 2007.
Tennessee Titans
On August 22, 2007, he was signed as a free agent by the Tennessee Titans, but was released 4 days later.