Peyton Bryce Thompson (born September 26, 1990) is a former

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. He played

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and attended

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. He has been a member of the

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and

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College career

Thompson played for the

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from 2008 to 2011, recording 186 total tackles and seven interceptions.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Thompson signed with the Atlanta Falcons on May 2, 2012, after going undrafted in the

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. He was released by the Falcons on August 31 and signed to the team's practice squad on September 2, 2012. He was released by the Falcons on August 30, 2013.

Washington Redskins

Thompson was signed to the Washington Redskins' practice squad on November 27, 2013. He was released by the Redskins on August 9, 2014.

Chicago Bears

Thompson signed with the Chicago Bears on August 18, 2014, and was released by the Bears on August 23, 2014.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Thompson was signed to the Jacksonville Jaguars' practice squad on September 1, 2014. He was added to the team's active roster on October 25, 2014. He made his NFL debut on November 2, 2014, against the

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. Thompson was released by the Jaguars on November 11, 2014. He was signed to Jacksonville's practice squad on November 13, 2014. He was released by the Jaguars on September 4, 2015, and signed to the team's practice squad on September 6, 2015. , Thompson had a five-year tenure with the Jaguars, marked by pivotal moments and significant utility from playing multiple positions. Throughout this period, he was an instrumental figure during the team's playoff journeys. His last game left a lasting impression as he played in the AFC Championship against Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in January, 2018 ,

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External links

San Jose State bioNFL Draft Scout
{{DEFAULTSORT:Thompson, Peyton 1990 births Living people People from Granite Bay, California Players of American football from Placer County, California American football defensive backs San Jose State Spartans football players Jacksonville Jaguars players 21st-century African-American sportspeople