55-Year-Old Man Likely Oldest Ever D1 College Football Player To Hit The Field

A 55-year-old man was able to achieve a longtime dream of playing in a college football game decades after most student-athletes usually do.

While age-related statistics are scarce, Thomas is believed to be the oldest player to actively compete in a Division I football game.

Joe Thomas Sr. was on the South Carolina State’s practice squad for approximately four seasons, according to Sports Illustrated. He was finally given the chance to play in a real game on the football team’s “Senior Day.”

Breaking: 55-year-old Joe Thomas Sr becomes oldest DI football player after rushing for 3 yds for @SCStateAthletic. @wachfox pic.twitter.com/eyoSMpZDBK

— Mike Uva (@Mike_Uva) 19 ноября 2016 г.