Official Site of the Redskins · Sep 13, 2016
Chris Thompson Scores First NFL Rushing Touchdown On Emotional Day
Redskins fourth-year running back Chris Thompson learned that his brother got out of prison just hours before scoring his first career rushing touchdown.
Chris Thompson capped of an emotional day for his family with a touchdown run, the first time his brother could see him play in a football game in 15 years.
Before Thompson and his teammates took the field for their Week 1 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football, the 25-year-old received news that his brother was getting out of prison after a 15-year stay.
My brother gets released from prison today after 15 years. He'll finally get to watch his little brother play ball. This means a lot to me.
