Cliff Thrift


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Position: LB
Date of Birth: May 3, 1956
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 232 lbs
First Team: SD (1979)
Last Team: RAM (1986)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Cliff Thrift - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: May 3, 1956

Position: Linebacker (LB)

Career Timeline

  • San Diego Chargers (SD) - 1979
  • Chicago Bears (CHI) - 1980-1982
  • Los Angeles Rams (RAM) - 1983-1986

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Thrift was drafted in 1979, starting his professional career with the San Diego Chargers.
  • He played for the Chicago Bears during their rebuilding phase, contributing to the team's defensive efforts.
  • Thrift concluded his NFL career with the Los Angeles Rams, where he brought veteran experience to the linebacker corps.
  • Throughout his career, Thrift was known for his tackling ability and defensive awareness.

Additional Information

Although Cliff Thrift may not be a household name, he played a significant role on the teams he was a part of during the late 1970s and 1980s. His versatility and work ethic made him a reliable contributor on defense.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


10850, , 1956-05-03, Cliff Thrift, Clifford, Thrift

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