Zach Thomas
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Zach Thomas has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 1 podcast, first heard Feb 2026 on New Heights. Appears in Drew Brees’ Miami free-agency story and as Brees’ ‘welcome to the NFL’ hardest-hit moment; used to illustrate elite linebacker impact.
Zachary Michael Thomas, nicknamed "Baby Elephant", is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for 13 seasons. He played college football for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, and was recognized as a unanimous All-American. He was selected in the fifth round, 22nd pick, in the 1996 NFL draft by the Miami Dolphins, and played for the Dolphins in his first 12 seasons in the NFL, before playing his 13th and final season with the Dallas Cow
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Feb 2026 on New Heights |
| Role | Pro Football Hall of Fame linebacker |
| Affiliation | Miami Dolphins (noted tenure) |
What do podcasts say about Zach Thomas?
2 quotes, recorded on New Heights.
Hardest I've ever been hit was Zack Thomas.
New Heights · · Hear itZach Thomas was the best defensive player I've ever played against.
New Heights · · Episode
Who talks about Zach Thomas on podcasts?
Zach Thomas came up; the most recent mention was Feb 2026 on New Heights.
What is Zach Thomas mentioned alongside?
Zach Thomas is most often mentioned alongside Miami Dolphins, Panpsychism and Chase Daniel.
Affiliated with: Miami Dolphins
Mentioned together: Panpsychism, Chase Daniel, San Diego, Cincinnati, VR, Martin Luther King weekend, Steven Fouts, Steve Graham, NFL Films, Doug Flutie