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Thu, 20 Jul 2006 21:32:59 -0700
The New Orleans Saints have released WR Derrius Thompson. He was signed by the Saints as a free agent this offseason.
Tue, 23 May 2006 16:00:04 -0700
The New Orleans Saints have signed free agent WR Derrius Thompson (Dolphins) to a one-year contract with a base salary of $585,000.
Sat, 13 May 2006 21:12:40 -0700
Chris Pika, of NewOrleansSaints.com, reports free agent WR Derrius Thompson (Dolphins) is working with the New Orleans Saints during the team's minicamp.
Tue, 25 Oct 2005 12:47:10 -0700
Tom Silverstein, of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, reports the Green Bay Packers were interested in free agent WR Derrius Thompson (Dolphins), but he will reportedly accept a contract with the Tennessee Titans.
Tue, 25 Oct 2005 08:39:25 -0700
Jim Wyatt, of the Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans will work out free agent WR Derrius Thompson (Dolphins) Tuesday, Oct. 25.
Thu, 08 Sep 2005 15:08:55 -0700
The Miami Dolphins have released WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) after reaching an injury settlement with him.
Sat, 03 Sep 2005 17:11:44 -0700
MiamiDolphins.com reports the Miami Dolphins have placed WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) on their Injured Reserve list, ending his 2005 season.
Fri, 02 Sep 2005 20:36:29 -0700
Harvey Fialkov, of the Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson didn't seem to lock up a roster spot despite his five catches for 98 yards, including a 20-yard touchdown during the team's preseason game Thursday, Sept. 1. "He certainly played and made some good plays in the game. He also went down in the game, so how's that elevator go up and down, huh?" head coach Nick Saban said. "He pulled up and came out of the game, a slight strain of his (hamstring), I guess." A frustrated Thompson felt he was auditioning for the league.
Thu, 01 Sep 2005 22:31:14 -0700
The Sun-Sentinel reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson may have saved his job Thursday, Sept. 1. He had five catches for 98 yards, including two sensational grabs and a 20-yard touchdown pass from QB Sage Rosenfels with 8:19 to play in the fourth quarter.
Tue, 16 Aug 2005 06:02:00 -0700
Alex Marvez, of the Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson is now listed with the third string offense for the team's next game Saturday, Aug. 20, against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Thompson hasn't been particularly impressive in training camp and dropped a pass in the exhibition opener against the Chicago Bears.
Sat, 13 Aug 2005 22:18:01 -0700
Jeff Darlington, of the Palm Beach Post, reports Miami Dolphins WR David Boston may overtake WR Derrius Thompson as the team's No. 3 wide receiver.
Fri, 12 Aug 2005 06:38:25 -0700
The Sun-Sentinel reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) was limited at practice Thursday, August 11, because of a hamstring injury.
Tue, 09 Aug 2005 19:01:02 -0700
MiamiDolphins.com reports Miami Dolphins head coach Nick Saban said WR Derrius Thompson (undisclosed) suffered a minor injury during the team's first preseason game Monday, Aug. 8. The injury is believed to be a knee or ankle sprain.
Wed, 11 May 2005 08:56:36 -0700
The Miami Herald reports the Miami Dolphins seem to be content with WR Derrius Thompson as their No. 3 wide receiver.
Fri, 11 Feb 2005 12:03:45 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson is entering the final year of his contract with Miami. He is scheduled to earn $1.2 million in base salary for the 2005 season.
Fri, 31 Dec 2004 13:29:14 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) practiced Friday, Dec. 31, and is listed as questionable for Week 17.
Thu, 30 Dec 2004 13:20:23 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) returned to practice Thursday, Dec. 30 after being sidelined with a hamstring injury. Thompson remains questionable for Week 17.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004 17:02:31 -0800
Miami Dolphins head coach Jim Bates said WR Bryan Gilmore could start opposite WR Chris Chambers if WRs Marty Booker (ankle) and Derrius Thompson (hamstring) were unable to play in Week 17.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004 17:01:34 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Maurice Mann could be signed to the active roster from the practice squad if WRs Marty Booker (ankle) and Derrius Thompson (hamstring) were unable to play in Week 17.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004 17:00:39 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) missed practice Wednesday, Dec. 29, and is questionable for Week 17.
Mon, 27 Dec 2004 13:11:24 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson will start in Week 17 if WR Marty Booker (ankle) is unavailable.
Sat, 11 Dec 2004 08:13:02 -0800
Michael Russo, of the Miami Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson has emerged as a go-to guy in the three weeks since Jim Bates became the interim head coach. Thompson has caught as many passes (9) as he had in nine games under former coach Dave Wannstedt. "To me, it's not a surprise, because I've done these things [before]," Thompson said. "I just needed a chance again because I know what I'm capable of doing when given the opportunity." Thompson is currently the third wide out behind WRs Chris Chambers and Marty Booker.
Mon, 16 Aug 2004 05:16:04 -0700
Harvey Fialkov, of the Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins head coach Dave Wannstedt hopes WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) can return to practice Monday, Aug. 16.
Mon, 16 Aug 2004 00:05:56 -0700
Associated Press reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) is nursing a sore hamstring.
Fri, 13 Aug 2004 13:15:31 -0700
Alex Marvez, of the Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) could be held out of the Saturday, Aug. 14, preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars for precautionary reasons.
Wed, 11 Aug 2004 19:06:00 -0700
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) returned to practice Wednesday, Aug. 11, after missing some time with a hamstring injury, reports MiamiDolphins.com.
Mon, 09 Aug 2004 23:54:29 -0700
Armando Salguero, of the Miami Herald, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson worked with the starting receivers Monday, Aug. 9, replacing WR David Boston (knee), who is out for the year, in the starting lineup.
Sun, 08 Aug 2004 07:48:40 -0700
Harvey Fialkov, of the Miami Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) sat out Saturday's practice, Aug. 7, with a hamstring injury.
Sat, 07 Aug 2004 08:36:38 -0700
Alex Marvez, of the Miami Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson is expected to reclaim his starting role after WR David Boston (knee) suffered a season-ending knee injury earlier this week. Thompson, who was projected as the third receiver this year, started 12 games last season and finished with 26 receptions.
Fri, 06 Aug 2004 20:53:59 -0700
MiamiDolphins.com reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (hamstring) left practice early during afternoon workouts Friday, Aug. 6.
Thu, 29 Jul 2004 18:54:52 -0700
MiamiDolphins.com reports Miami Dolphins head coach Dave Wannstedt believes WR Derrius Thompson still has the ability to be a successful wide receiver in the NFL despite a disappointing first campaign with the team. "Derrius Thompson had somewhat of a disappointing season in his first year with us last year, but I feel as though he has all the tools to be a solid receiver in this league," Wannstedt said.
Sun, 27 Jun 2004 16:44:01 -0700
Jason Cole reports for the Sporting News that Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson is leading the battle for the No. 3 receiver position, but he played poorly last season as a starter.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004 09:27:56 -0700
Jamey Eisenberg, of the Palm Beach Post, reports Miami Dolphins receivers coach Jerry Sullivan believes WR Derrius Thompson can make an impact. "He's a guy I'm going to count on to play a lot for us," said Sullivan, who added that Thompson's technique has improved and he's finding ways to get open more.
Thu, 17 Jun 2004 09:27:09 -0700
Jamey Eisenberg, of the Palm Beach Post, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson will enter training camp as the No. 3 receiver behind WRs Chris Chambers and David Boston.
Tue, 15 Jun 2004 09:08:33 -0700
Bob Emanuel Jr., of the Miami Herald, reports Miami Dolphins general manager Rick Spielman is pleased with the team's current receivers. "Chris Chambers has had an excellent camp," Spielman said Monday, June 14. "David Boston is doing everything we've asked, and Derrius Thompson has had an excellent camp. We also have a lot of young guys we're looking at. We're excited about the guys we have, but just like any other position, if there are guys [who] come off the [waiver] wire we think will help, we'll take a look at that."
Wed, 02 Jun 2004 08:15:29 -0700
The Sun-Sentinel reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson is emerging as the front-runner to be the team's No. 3 wide receiver behind starting WRs David Boston and Chris Chambers, according to Dolphins head coach Dave Wannstedt. However, Wannstedt added the third receiver spot was "wide open."
Mon, 03 May 2004 09:00:26 -0700
Alex Marvez, of the Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson is in the mix to be the team's No. 3 receiver.
Fri, 30 Apr 2004 12:55:18 -0700
Alex Marvez, of the Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Marvin Minnis will line up as the slot receiver alongside starting WRs Chris Chambers and David Boston when the Dolphins use three-receiver sets. The No. 3 receiver status is not permanent, but Minnis has shown enough promise to move ahead of last year's starting WR Derrius Thompson for snaps with the Dolphins' first-team offense for at least this weekend's minicamp.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004 14:38:45 -0800
The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports the Miami Dolphins plan to keep WR Derrius Thompson after he adjusts his contract. Thompson's agent said that he will still receive a $400,000 roster bonus but the team might reduce his $850,000 base salary for 2004.
Thu, 01 Jan 2004 11:50:18 -0800
The Sun-Sentinel reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson hopes to stick with the Dolphins again in 2004 despite a poor season. He signed a three-year, $3.6 million deal last year but could be released in the off-season. Thompson is scheduled to collect a $400,000 roster bonus and has an $850,000 base salary in 2004, but managed just 26 receptions for 359 yards and no touchdowns in 12 starts in 2003. Thompson said he definitely would like to return, but noted that it isn't in his control.
Wed, 24 Dec 2003 12:26:18 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson will be the No. 3 WR in Week 17.
Thu, 04 Dec 2003 12:47:04 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (oblique) is listed as probable for the Sunday, Dec. 7, game against the New England Patriots with an oblique injury. Thompson has practiced both Wednesday, Dec. 3, or Thursday, Dec. 4, and should start the Patriots game.
Wed, 19 Nov 2003 16:12:29 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson will start the Sunday, Nov. 23, game against the Washington Redskins, but will begin splitting snaps with WR Oronde Gadsden once he gets up to speed.
Wed, 19 Nov 2003 16:12:26 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Oronde Gadsden is expected to begin splitting snaps with starting WR Derrius Thompson once he gets up to speed.
Thu, 13 Nov 2003 13:11:28 -0800
Miami Dolphins head coach Dave Wannstedt said starting WR Derrius Thompson and backup WR Kendall Newson would split snaps for a second consecutive game Sunday, Nov. 16, against the Baltimore Ravens. Dolphins coaches are so disappointed in Thompson's output (14 catches) than Newson saw significant playing time last week against the Tennessee Titans, even though he wasn't promoted from the developmental squad until two days before kickoff.
Mon, 10 Nov 2003 17:17:01 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson's inconsistent play will likely cause him to have to split playing time with Kendall Newson.
Mon, 10 Nov 2003 17:15:40 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Kendall Newson expected to split playing time with starting WR Derrius Thompson after catching two passes for 55 yards in the Sunday, Nov. 9, game against the Tennessee Titans.
Fri, 07 Nov 2003 12:08:48 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (groin) practiced Friday, Nov. 7, and is expected to play in Week 10.
Wed, 05 Nov 2003 18:29:35 -0800
Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (groin) practiced Wednesday, Nov. 5, and is expected to start the Sunday, Nov. 9, game against the Tennessee Titans. Thompson is listed as probable for the Titans game.
Wed, 05 Nov 2003 13:13:40 -0800
MiamiDolphins.com reports Miami Dolphins WR Derrius Thompson (groin) is probable for Week 10.
