Del Thompson

Delbert Ray Thompson (born February 21, 1958) is an American former professional football player who was a running back for one season with the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Chiefs in the fifth round of the 1982 NFL draft. He played college football at the University of Texas at Austin, Ranger College and the University of Texas at El Paso.

Early life and college Delbert Ray Thompson was born on February 21, 1958, in Kermit, Texas. He attended Hamlin High School in Hamlin, Texas. He later transferred to Ranger College. He played in six games for the Chiefs during the 1982 season, recording four carries for seven yards, two kick returns for 41 yards, and one fumble recovery. Thompson was waived on March 20, 1984.

Thompson was claimed on waivers by the New York Jets on April 10, 1984. He was released by the Jets on July 13, 1984.