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South Alabama added a new quarterback to the roster ahead of fall practice. Former MLB outfielder Bubba Thompson has recently joined the program. After spending seven seasons in professional baseball, Thompson popped up on the Jaguars’ roster for the 2025 season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Bleacher Report / January 18

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Cincinnati Reds News / G5 Football on SI / January 15

Cincinnati Reds' Bubba Thompson Joining South Alabama Football Team As Walk-On

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Bubba Thompson has enrolled at the University of South Alabama and will join the Jaguars’ football team as a walk-on. The 26-year-old Thompson was a 2017 first-round pick of the Texas Rangers and spent five seasons in the minor leagues before making his MLB debut with the Rangers in August 2022.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 14

Former Texas Rangers First-Round Pick Becomes Walk-On With College Football Team

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Cincinnati Reds News / Athlon Sports / January 14

Former MLB First-Round Pick Makes Surprising Transition to College Football

Some intriguing news hit both the MLB and college football landscapes on Monday night, as former first-round pick Bubba Thompson, known for his athleticism on the base paths and defensively, is reportedly going to test his skills in football at the collegiate level.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 14

Former Texas Rangers Top Draft Pick Makes Shocking Decision to Play College Football at 26

In an interesting move, former major league outfielder Bubba Thompson is heading back to school.... to play college football. According to AL.com, Thompson is set to play quarterback at South Alabama next fall.

South Alabama Jaguars News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 13

Former MLB outfielder to join South Alabama football team

Former MLB outfielder Bubba Thompson is enrolling at the University of South Alabama, reports Creg Stephenson of AL.com. He is joining the Jaguars football team as a walk-on, Stephenson writes.

Cincinnati Reds News / The Spun / January 13

Former MLB Player Bubba Thompson Walking Onto College Football Team

After spending a few years in the Bigs, former MLB outfielder Bubba Thompson is reportedly heading back to school to make the transition to the gridiron.

Cincinnati Reds News / Fastball on SI / May 7, 2024

Cincinnati Reds Send Outfielder Bubba Thompson All the Way Down to Double-A

The Cincinnati Reds announced a laundry list of roster moves Tuesday afternoon. Outfielder TJ Friedl was activated from the 15-day injured list, which he had been on since fracturing his wrist during Spring Training.

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Cincinnati Reds Option Former Texas Rangers Prospect to Triple-A

The Cincinnati Reds have optioned outfielder Bubba Thompson to Triple-A, the team announced Wednesday. Right-handed pitcher Connor Phillips – who is ranked as the No.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / March 13, 2024

Cincinnati Red Roster Moves 3/13

The Cincinnati Reds lost yesterday 14-1 to the Chicago White Sox in Cactus League play. As the Reds continue to trim down their roster as Opening Day nears, the team optioned two players this morning to the Louisville Bats their Triple AAA affiliates.

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Cincinnati Reds Re-Claim Former Top Prospect as Whirlwind Offseason Continues

The Cincinnati Reds have claimed outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers from the Minnesota Twins, the team announced Tuesday. Minnesota designated Thompson for assignment on Feb.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 13, 2024

Cincinnati Reds Claim Outfielder Off Waivers From Minnesota Twins

The Reds claimed outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers from the Twins. They also designed for assignment right-hander Levi Stoudt. Thompson, 25, has a .242 batting average and one home run in 92 career big league games.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / February 7, 2024

Former Rangers Prospect Among Players Let Go By Twins in Massive Roster Shakeup

The Minnesota Twins announced a slew of roster moves Wednesday afternoon, introducing two signings and a waiver claim while cutting ties with three notable players.

Minnesota Twins News / Minnesota Sports Fan / February 7, 2024

Derek Falvey Says Minnesota Twins are Still Working on More Potential Moves

The Minnesota Twins have had a mostly motionless offseason, outside of two signings they announced on Wednesday, (1B) Carlos Santana and (RP) Jay Jackson,

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / January 31, 2024

Yankees bring back speed-demon to support outfield depth

The New York Yankees have made significant changes to their roster, including releasing Bubba Thompson to make room for newly signed Marcus Stroman. In their pursuit of speed on the base paths, the Yankees have re-signed Greg Allen to a minor league contract, bringing back a player familiar with the team’s dynamics and requirements.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / January 25, 2024

Yankees lose elite baserunner to Twins after being claimed off waivers

Last season, the Yankees struggled significantly with base running. In an attempt to address this issue, they brought in Greg Allen, who served as a late-game pinch-runner to help the team score.

MLB News / Minnesota Twins on SI / January 24, 2024

Twins claim former first-round outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers

The Twins claimed outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers Wednesday. Thompson had been designated for assignment by the New York Yankees last week. Since Minnesota had open spots on its 40-man roster, a corresponding move will not be necessary.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / January 19, 2024

Yankees make free agent signing official, DFA outfielder to clear space on the 40-man

With the Yankees looking to make the signing of Luke Weaver official, they’ve DFA’d outfielder Bubba Thompson to clear out a spot on their 40-man roster.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 19, 2024

Yankees designate speedy outfielder for assignment

Bubba Thompson might not shine in the batter box, but if he manages to reach first, he has the speed to steal his way around the diamond.

MLB News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 4, 2024

Yankees Claim Former Rangers First-Round Pick

Former Texas Rangers first-round draft pick Bubba Thompson was claimed off waivers by the New York Yankees. Thompson was designated for assignment last week by the Cincinnati Reds, The Yankees are Thompson's fourth team since August when he was DFA'd by the Rangers to make room on the 40-man roster for J.P.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4, 2024

Yankees Claim Former First Round Pick From Reds

The New York Yankees have added another outfielder. On Thursday, the Yankees claimed outfielder Bubba Thompson off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds. The Reds designated Thompson for assignment last week.