Thomas Rawls is an American football running back who currently plays for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League (NFL). The Seahawks signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2015. He also played college football at Michigan and Central Michigan University.
Rawls was born on August 8, 1993, in Flint, Michigan, United States. This versatile player of Seahawks holds an American nationality. He is of African-American descent.
Rawls was born to Thomas Terrell Rawls and Deadra Whitley. Rawls attended Northern High School in Flint, Michigan where his coaches nicknamed him “The Train”. As a running back, Rawls rushed for record 458 yards and eight touchdowns against Bay City Western. He also lettered in track & field.
Upon high school graduation, Rawls attended the University of Michigan. As a freshman, he made his appearance in 10 games for the Michigan football team. After a good performance in freshman seasons, the Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com acquired him.
In January 2014, Rawls announced his transferring news and shifted to Central Michigan University to play his senior season for the Chippewas. On Sep 6, 2014, Rawls rushed for 155 yards in Central Michigan’s 38-17 victory over Purdue.
After being undrafted in the 2015 NFL Draft, he signed with Seahawks on May 2, 2015. On October 11, 2015, he played outstandingly against undefeated Cincinnati Bengals. On Sep 11, 2016, Rawls had 12 carries for 32 yards and 3 catches against the Miami Dolphins. Unfortunately, he left the following game after having a severe fractured.
As of 2016, Rawls has rushing yards: 1,179, Rushing Average: 4.6, Rushing Touchdowns: 7, Receptions: 22, Receiving Yards: 22, Receiving Yards: 172, and Receiving Touchdowns:1.
With outstanding talents and intelligence, Rawls has dragged the huge attention of people towards him. His personal life is always a curiosity to his fans and media continuously tries to find info about his personal life.
Even though getting such a popularly, Rawls sealed his mouth regarding his affair, girlfriend, affair, or marriage and life. Until now, has never came in the headlines for his hooks up and break up.
Rawls might be in an affair. However, without a correct info, it is difficult to say anything about him. He strongly believes his job and letting his speed and performance on the field speak for him.
Rawls is very close to his mother. Rawls caught by the police in the spring of 2014, charged with stealing a 62-year-old woman’s purse from Casino. His arrest made his suspension from the Central Michigan team. A week later, he returned to the team.
Rawls signed a 3 years contract with Seattle Seahawks worth $1,590,000. He has an average salary of $530,000. His total contract value is $2 million. His market value is $8 million. He has a guaranteed income of $1 million. Rawls has a net worth of $4.5 million.
