Lamont Thompson


Lamont Darnell Thompson is a former American football safety in the National Football League. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the 2002 NFL Draft. He also played for the Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins and Jacksonville Jaguars. He played college football at Washington State.

Early years

He played high school football at El Cerrito High School.

Professional career

Cincinnati Bengals

He was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the 2002 NFL Draft. Thompson was placed on Injured Reserve in December 2002 with a right knee injury. Thompson was released by the Bengals prior to the 2003 season.

Tennessee Titans

Thompson was almost immediately signed by the TItans after being released by the Bengals. On September 1, 2007 the Titans released him.

Miami Dolphins

On September 11, 2007, he signed with the Dolphins. On October 10, 2007 the Dolphins released him.

Jacksonville Jaguars

On November 21, 2007, Lamont signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was released on April 16, 2008.