Thompson is 25 years old. The Texans signed the receiver as an undrafted free agent out of Florida in 2017. He recorded five catches for 84 yards as a rookie but was waived on August 28, 2018.
Thompson most recently played for the Orlando Apollos of the short-lived Alliance of American Football.
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By Kirk Larrabee
Dec 29
Sunday night's 42-38 win over the Chicago Bears was one to remember for the San Francisco 49ers, who now stand at 12-4 with one more win needed to secure home field advantage throughout the playoffs.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both offenses putting up big...
Report: 49ers TE George Kittle dealing with mid-to-low ankle sprain
By David Bonilla
Dec 23
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is dealing with a "mid-to-low ankle sprain" sustained during Monday night's 48-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts.
49ers tight end George Kittle is dealing with a "mid-to-low ankle sprain," per...
49ers vs. Bears injury report: Kittle sidelined, Pearsall returns, other practice notes
By David Bonilla
Dec 24
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 17 contest against the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
As expected, tight end George Kittle did not practice after suffering an ankle sprain in Monday night's win over the Indianapolis...
49ers vs. Bears injury report: George Kittle misses Thursday's practice
By David Bonilla
Dec 25
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 17 contest against the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
The media did not have access to Thursday's practice due to the Christmas holiday, but the latest team report revealed no major...