Shaq Thompson

Shaq Thompson (born April 21, 1994, in Sacramento, California) is an NFL linebacker who entered the league out of the University of Washington (Pac-12). A Grant Union High School product, Thompson was selected in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft, No. 25 overall, marking his College Career and Draft Year as an early indicator of his defensive versatility. In his pro career, Thompson has played the Player Position and Role on Team as an outside linebacker, listed at 6-foot (72 inches) and 230 pounds. He has 11 seasons of NFL experience and has worn jersey No. 45 in his current listing. Recent Shaq Thompson Stats from the 2025 regular season (Buffalo) show 12 games played with 6 starts, totaling 54 combined tackles (31 solo, 23 assists). His impact plays included 1.0 sack (2 sack yards), 6 tackles for loss (20 TFL yards), 2 quarterback hits, 16 blitzes, 2 passes defended, and 1 forced fumble, with 2 penalties for 10 yards and 4 missed tackles recorded. This Shaq Thompson NFL profile reflects a defender used across run support and pressure packages, with measurable production in tackles, tackles for loss, and forced fumbles as key player career milestones.