Dylan Thompson (born January 31, 1993) is an American former professional football quarterback and current college football analyst. He played college football at the University of South Carolina and briefly spent time with National Football League (NFL) teams as an undrafted free agent.
Early Life and High School
- Born in Columbia, South Carolina, United States.
- Attended Spring Valley High School in Columbia, where he was the starting quarterback and earned All-State honors.
College Career
- Enrolled at the University of South Carolina in 2011.
- Served as a backup quarterback for his first three seasons, appearing in limited action.
- In the 2015 season, following an injury to starting quarterback Connor Shaw, Thompson became the primary starter, leading the Gamecocks to a 5–4 record in games he started.
- Completed 105 of 162 passing attempts for 1,242 yards, eight touchdowns, and six interceptions during his senior year.
Professional Career
- Buffalo Bills (2016): Signed as an undrafted free agent after the 2016 NFL Draft. Spent the preseason on the active roster before being waived and subsequently placed on the practice squad.
- Carolina Panthers (2017): Signed a reserve/future contract in January 2017. Participated in offseason workouts and training camp but was released during final roster cuts in September 2017.
Post-Playing Career
- Joined the South Carolina Gamecocks football staff as an offensive analyst in 2018, contributing to game planning and film study.
- In 2020, transitioned to a media role as a college football analyst for regional television networks, providing commentary on SEC games.
Personal Life
- Holds a bachelor's degree in Sport and Entertainment Management from the University of South Carolina.
- Involved in community outreach programs in Columbia, focusing on youth sports mentorship.
This entry reflects information available from publicly accessible sports records and media reports up to 2023.
