Skyler Thomas is the tone-setting, downhill safety Oregon State leaned on
In the 2024 season, Skyler Thomas was a classic box-first defensive back: he led Oregon State with 81 tackles, added 9 pass breakups, 2 fumble recoveries and an interception, and later earned captain status for his final season[2][10]. The best fit here is a team that wants a physical, reliable, run-support safety with proven production, durability, and leadership; the knock is that his game is more sturdy and disruptive than flashy, so he’s a “bring your lunch pail” piece rather than a pure cover-ball hawk[5][10][14].
