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In the 11 years that Thomas anchored the defense, the Chiefs finished first or second in the AFC West ten times, made seven playoff appearances, and won three division titles.
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Thomas, a member of the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1990s, was named first-team All-AFC seven times during an eight-year stretch from 1989 through 1996.
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Thomas' lone interception, which he returned for 20 yards, came during his final season in 1999.
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Thomas also forced 45 fumbles, had 19 fumble recoveries, scored four touchdowns on fumble returns and added three safeties.
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In only his second season, he recorded a league-leading and team record 20 sacks.
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That total included an NFL record seven sacks in a game versus the Seattle Seahawks on November 11, 1990.
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Thomas earned his first All-Pro recognition for his efforts during the 1990 season. He would achive the honor two more times during his career.
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Thomas earned 9 consecutive trips to the Pro Bowl (1990-98).
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The Kansas City Chiefs selected linebacker Derrick Thomas as the fourth player overall in the 1989 National Football League Draft.