always knew he wanted to help people. He just wasn't sure where to begin.
Luckily for the senior wide receiver, opportunities for volunteer work are plentiful when you're a Toledo Rocket football player.
"The coaches really encourage us to get involved," said Thompson. "(Director of player personnel) Nate Cole posts a community service opportunity every week that anyone can sign up for. It can be anything for going to the Boys and Girls Club or Toledo Children's Hospital, or reading at an elementary school, or packing meals at Ronald McDonald House. It makes it a lot easier if you want to help out but don't know where to start.