famous NFL running back Duane Thomas who played at west texas state has died. he had some great years with the cowboys. one of the great running backs coming out of west texas state, another being Mercury Morris.

Appreciate for the information. Those two were talented for sure, and bring back long ago memories.

He played against then Arlington State College on more than one occasion. I don't think the then-Rebels picked up a win on him, but he did play in Arlington.

(08-09-2024 08:59 PM)FoUTASportscaster Wrote:  He played against then Arlington State College on more than one occasion. I don't think the then-Rebels picked up a win on him, but he did play in Arlington.

They had a solid program back then and the school was on an upward trajectory until A&M . some of us maverick club members flew out there for a UTA game against them in the 80's and a couple years ago I was out there again for a trip to Palo Duro and it looks like the school hasnt changed a bit in all these years.