Penn’s versatile fullback with a bruiser’s frame and a receiver’s touch
In the 2008 season, Thornton was a 6'1", 235-pound fullback who returned from knee surgery and was in the mix for Penn’s fullback role, with coaches noting his value as a more versatile option because he could also be used in receiving situations and cross-trained at tight end. He had already shown he could contribute on special teams and in limited game action, which makes him a fit for teams that value toughness, flexibility, and a willingness to do the dirty work. The big question is health, but the upside is a physical, multi-use piece who can help in more than one way.
