Furman’s steady, high-volume linebacker with veteran instincts
In the 2001 season, John Thrift was a three-year starter and preseason all-conference linebacker for Furman, with 309 career tackles, 37 starts, and a reputation as a reliable playmaker who could pile up stops and create negative plays. He stood out for his toughness, consistency, and instincts — the kind of linebacker who sounds the alarm, fits the run hard, and makes offenses work for every yard. If you want a proven, physical, experience-heavy defender with leadership traits, Thrift fits the mold nicely.
