[Chiefs Blog] The Chiefs announced today that they will retire Derrick Thomas’ jersey number, 58, this season in a ceremony that honors the legendary linebacker the same year he enters the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Thomas’ hall of fame ring will be presented to the late player’s family during halftime of the Dec. 6 home game against Denver.
Thomas’ number will be the 10th to be retired by the Chiefs.
It’s about time! I have been following the Chiefs since the early 80′s and D.T. was the best Chief I have seen. R.I.P. Derrick.
Comment by HuskerMagic — June 24, 2009 @ 7:20 am
I was around in the days of Dawson, Taylor, Lanier and all those great players. But my favorite player of all time is DT. I am very happy the NFL is going to recognize him as one of the best ever. I know the Chiefs were waiting on the HOF to retire his number. I think they, like me, thought it was going to be a couple years ago. I am very happy for his family.
Comment by ChiefsfannVA — June 24, 2009 @ 4:52 pm
I understand that DT didn’t have the chance to finish what was proving to be a great career, but for it to take 9 years to retire his number is too long. Derrick Thomas was not only a great player but a great role model off the field as well. He is greatly missed.
Comment by nathanparks6655 — June 29, 2009 @ 8:19 am