Defensive Tackle
No. 87
Washington
"Thompson spent the 1973 season as a backup lineman and on special teams work. He had come out of retirement in 1972 to join the Jets midway through that season, but played in only five games before breaking his leg, the second major injury of his career. He had retired in the preseason of 1971 to 'follow the way of the Lord.'
Drafted No. 2 in 1968, Steve was a promising young player when he suffered knee cartilage and ligament damage in a rookie game against the Colts. He came back to be a starter in 1969 and had a fine rookie year. He has good speed and likes to play.
Steve made all-conference in basketball as a senior in high school. Deeply religious, he's interested in teaching. His hometown is Lake Stevens, Washington."
-The New York Jets Official 1974 Yearbook
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