Athletic Oregon State DB with track speed and developmental upside
Thompson is a 6-1, rangy defensive back whose best calling card is verified athleticism: Oregon State lists him as a three-star recruit and track standout, and recruiting data highlights a 49.24-second 400m profile that translates to recovery speed and pursuit range.[14][17] He did not play in Oregon State’s 2025 freshman season, so the evaluation is still more projection than production, but his profile suggests a fit for a scheme that values length, burst, and special-teams potential.[7] The upside here is clear; the current stat sheet is not.
