Place of birth: Euclid, Ohio Name Thaddeus Gibson College: Ohio State Height 1.88 m | Roster status: Active Weight 110 kg Tackles: 3 | |
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Date of birth: (1987-10-21) October 21, 1987 (age 28) NFL draft: 2010 / Round: 4 / Pick: 116 Role American football defensive end Education Euclid High School, Ohio State University Number 90 (Ohio State Buckeyes football / Linebacker) Profiles | ||
Position Linebacker, Defensive end | ||
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Thaddeus Gibson (born October 21, 1987) is an American football defensive end who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He played college football at Ohio State.
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- Olb de thaddeus gibson highlights lowlights 2009 ohio st vs michigan oregon
- Thaddeus gibson one on one
- Early years
- College career
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- San Francisco 49ers
- Chicago Bears
- Tennessee Titans
- Dallas Cowboys
- Toronto Argonauts
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- References
He has also played for the San Francisco 49ers, Chicago Bears, Tennessee Titans, Dallas Cowboys, and Toronto Argonauts.
Thaddeus gibson one on one
Early years
Gibson attended Euclid High School in Euclid, Ohio, where he had 50 tackles, 17 sacks, 22 QB hurries, and two interceptions as a junior. In his senior year, he collected 39 total tackles, 10 quarterback sacks and eight tackles behind the line of scrimmage.
Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Gibson was listed the No. 9 outside linebacker prospect in the nation. He chose Ohio State over Michigan and Tennessee.
College career
After redshirting his initial year at Ohio State, Gibson was part of three special teams units in 2007. He recorded 11 tackles, including 3 for a loss of yardage, as well as a quarterback sack and a forced fumble over the course of the season.
In his sophomore season, Gibson earned a place in the starting lineup at defensive end. He compiled 26 tackles, 9 tackles for a loss, and 5 sacks for the year.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Gibson was drafted with the fourth round pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers, 116th overall in the 2010 NFL Draft. Gibson appeared in two games before being waived on the Steelers' bye week.
San Francisco 49ers
On November 1, 2010, Gibson was claimed off waivers by the San Francisco 49ers. He played two games with the 49ers and recorded two tackles and one forced fumble on special teams. Gibson was released by the 49ers prior to the 2011 season, on August 15.
Chicago Bears
Gibson was signed by the Chicago Bears on November 30, 2011, where he appeared in two games. On August 26, 2012, the Bears released Gibson.
Tennessee Titans
On October 17, 2012, the Tennessee Titans signed Gibson to the practice squad. On December 31, 2012, the Titans signed Gibson to a reserve/future contract. On August 11, 2013, he was waived by the Titans.
Dallas Cowboys
On August 13, 2013, Gibson was claimed off waivers by the Dallas Cowboys. On August 31, 2013, he was released by the Cowboys.
Toronto Argonauts
On May 7, 2014, Gibson signed with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
On September 2, 2014, Gibson was traded to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in exchange for defensive back Alex Suber.