Derrick Thomas' Death

Born (Birthday) 19670101

Death Date February 8, 2000

Age of Death 33 years

Cause of Death Pulmonary Embolism

Profession Football Player

The football player Derrick Thomas died at the age of 33. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Former NFL player widely considered to be one of the greatest defensive linemen of his era. He posted 126.5 career sacks and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009. He spent his entire 11-year career with the Kansas City Chiefs.

His father was a Captain in the United States Air Force.