Thaddeus Gibson

Thaddeus Gibson (born October 21, 1987) is an American football linebacker for the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He played college football at Ohio State.

He has also played for the San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears.

Early years
Gibson attended Euclid High School in Euclid, Ohio, where he had 50 tackles, 17 sacks, 22 QB hurries and two interceptions as a junior. In his senior year, he collected 39 total tackles, 10 quarterback sacks and eight tackles behind the line of scrimmage.

Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Gibson was listed the No. 9 outside linebacker prospect in the nation. He chose Ohio State over Michigan and Tennessee.

College career
After redshirting his initial year at Ohio State, Gibson was part of three special teams units in 2007. He recorded 11 tackles, including 3 for a loss of yardage, as well as a quarterback sack and a forced fumble over the course of the season.

In his sophomore season, Gibson earned a place in the starting lineup at defensive end. He compiled 26 tackles, 9 tackles for a loss, and 5 sacks for the year.