DeAndre Lewis Thompkins (born October 1, 1995) is a former

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. He played college football at

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Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

Thompkins was signed by the

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as an undrafted free agent following the

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. He received $85,000 guaranteed if he signed. He was cut on August 30, 2019.

DC Defenders

Thompkins was selected in the 4th round of the 2020 XFL Draft by the

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. Thompkins made his XFL debut in Week 2 against the

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, recording 6 catches for 67 yards and a touchdown. He had his contract terminated when the league suspended operations on April 10, 2020. Thompkins had a tryout with the

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on August 19, 2020.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Thompkins was signed by the

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on August 30, 2020, but then switched over to Green Bay in 2021.

Green Bay Packers

On May 26, 2021, Thompkins signed with the

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. He was placed on injured reserve on August 16, 2021. He was released on August 25.

References

External links

Penn State Nittany Lions bio
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