Stantley Thomas-Oliver III (born June 4, 1998) is an American professional football cornerback/defensive back for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football for the FIU Panthers.
College career Thomas-Oliver III began his career at Florida International University as a wide receiver and had 36 receptions for 489 yards and a touchdown in two seasons. He became a cornerback prior to his junior year after jokingly covering teammates in practice, making 24 starts over his last two seasons. In his first year at the new position, Thomas-Oliver III was a 2018 All-Conference USA Honorable Mention. As a senior, he earned second-team All-Conference USA honors after posting eight passes defensed, an interception, 2.0 sacks, and 4.0 tackles for loss. In his career he had 94 career, two interceptions, seven tackles for loss and 2.0 sacks.
Professional career
Carolina Panthers Thomas-Oliver III was selected in the seventh round, 221st overall, of the 2020 NFL draft by the Carolina Panthers.
On November 20, 2021, Thomas-Oliver III was placed on injured reserve. He was activated on December 18.
On October 16, 2022, Thomas-Oliver III was placed on injured reserve.
On August 29, 2023, Thomas-Oliver III was waived for final roster cuts, but signed to the Panthers' practice squad the following day. He was released on September 22.
New York Giants On October 30, 2023, Thomas-Oliver III was signed to the New York Giants' practice squad. Following the end of the 2023 regular season, the Giants signed him to a reserve/future contract on January 8, 2024. He was waived on July 31 with a non-football injury designation.
Birmingham Stallions On November 18, 2024, Thomas-Oliver III signed with the Birmingham Stallions.
Detroit Lions On December 17, 2024, Thomas-Oliver III was signed to the Detroit Lions' practice squad. He was signed to the team's active roster on January 4, 2025.
Thomas-Oliver III signed a reserve/future contract with Detroit on January 20, 2025. On July 27, Thomas-Oliver III was released by the Lions.
BC Lions On May 18, 2026, Thomas-Oliver III signed as a defensive back with the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL). On May 31, 2026, Thomas-Oliver III was assigned to the Lions' practice roster to start the 2026 CFL season. Before the start of week 11, Thomas-Oliver was promoted to the Lions' active roster. On September 3, 2026, Thomas-Oliver III was placed on the Lions' reserve roster. He rejoined the active roster on September 11, 2026.
References
External links FIU Panthers bio