Thomas Herrion

American football player and offensive lineman

Thomas Herrion - American football player and offensive lineman
Born

December 15th, 1981
43 years ago

Died

August 20th, 2005
19 years ago — 23 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional American football as an offensive lineman. Drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2004. Featured in the 2004 season with San Francisco, contributing to the team's offensive line. Played for multiple teams in the NFL including the 49ers and the Oakland Raiders. His career was marked by his dedication to the sport until untimely death in 2005.

Drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2004

Contributed to the team's offensive line during the 2004 season

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