Hard-hat inside linebacker with a burly body whose default demeanor is set on hunt and hit. Thompson plays with above-average instincts and an understanding of blocking schemes when diagnosing the run. He loves to strike and punish inside the box, but lacks the range necessary to make plays all over the field. He would really benefit from better stack-and-shed with his hands to eliminate blocks. He has some value as a bull-rushing blitzer but won't offer much in the way of coverage talent. He has backup potential as an inside linebacker but might need to trim down to bolster his play quickness if he wants to hang around.
