Xavier Thomas, an American football player who excelled in the defensive end position while playing collegiate football for the Clemson Tigers, has officially declared his intention to enter the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft. Showcasing brilliance on the field, Thomas spent six seasons with the Clemson Tigers squad before making this significant decision.
Thomas was born in Florence, South Carolina, on December 20, 1999, making him 24 years old as of March 2024. A potential prospect, he showcases foot quickness complemented by an outstanding motor, demonstrating stamina that lasts deep in the fourth quarter. His speed and flexibility shine on the field. His field awareness allows him to work off blockers and strategically counter opponents as the play unfolds.
Xavier Thomas College
Thomas attended Clemson University and committed to playing college football for the Clemson Tigers. His tenure at Clemson spanned from 2018 to 2023, showcasing his skills and expertise in the field. Academically, Thomas is a graduate student, earning a graduate degree in Criminal Justice.
Thomas made his college debut in 2018 and for his exceptional performance during the season, he was named to USA Today's Freshman All-America Team. He spent six seasons at Clemson and concluded his overall collegiate career with 116 tackles comprising 62 solo tackles, 33 tackles for loss and 18 sacks. Throughout his overall collegiate career, he earned a well-deserved spot on the Third-team All-ACC in both 2019 and 2021. Notably, he also secured the 2019 CFP National Championship with the team after the Clemson Tigers defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide in a 44-16 victory and has participated in several Bowl games.
His collegiate career stats at Clemson University are as follows:
| Tackles | ||||||
| Year | G | Solo | Ast | Tot | Loss | Sack |
| 2018 | 14 | 18 | 15 | 33 | 8.5 | 3.5 |
| 2019 | 12 | 10 | 17 | 27 | 8 | 1.5 |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 3.5 |
| 2021 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 21 | 6.5 | 4.5 |
| 2022 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 | 12 | 16 | 9 | 25 | 4 | 3 |
| Overall | 57 | 62 | 54 | 116 | 33 | 18 |
Xavier Thomas High School
Thomas initially enrolled at Wilson High School in Florence, South Carolina, where he spent three seasons playing high school for the school’s team. Ultimately, he moved to IMG Academy in Florida and played as a senior. He was a five-star recruit and according to 247Sports, ESPN, PrepStars, and Rivals, he held the title of no. 1 defensive end in the nation.
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FAQ's on Xavier Thomas College
A. Xavier Thomas is 24 years old as of March 2024. He was born on December 20, 1999, in Florence, South Carolina.
A. Xavier Thomas stands 6 feet 2 inches or 1.88 meters tall and he weighs around 245 pounds or 111 kg.
A. Xavier Thomas wore jersey number 3, representing the Clemson Tigers at Clemson University.
A. Xavier Thomas recorded 25 tackles comprising 16 solo tackles in the 2023 season.
A. Ezra Titus Thomas and Tameka Thomas are the parents of Xavier Thomas.
