Juanyeh Thomas, a Niceville High School alum, has earned a spot on the Dallas Cowboys’ initial 53-man roster. After going undrafted in 2022, he signed with the Cowboys as a free agent, spent time on the practice squad, and has now secured a place on the active roster. He has already made an impact, blocking a field goal in his debut that led to a touchdown, according to the Dallas Cowboys.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
- From Niceville to the NFL:
Thomas, a 2018 graduate of Niceville High School, played safety at Georgia Tech.
- Undrafted, but not Undeterred:
Despite not being drafted in 2022, Thomas signed with the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent.
- Practice Squad to Active Roster:
He spent the 2022 season on the practice squad, but his hard work paid off with a spot on the 2023 active roster, according to his Wikipedia page.
- Special Teams Impact:
Thomas has already shown his value on special teams, blocking a field goal that resulted in a touchdown in his first NFL game.
- Future with the Cowboys:
He also signed a reserve/future contract with the Cowboys in January 2023, solidifying his place with the team for the future.
