Quarterback

Tacoma Tyees

An original "dual-threat" quarterback, Thacker came over from the Seattle Ramblers after seeing limited playing time in 1961.  He took his fresh start with his new team, and promptly led the Tyees to a 6-1 season including two victories over his previous team enroute to a North Pacific League Championship.

For the seven game season, Thacker accounted for 1,469 yards of total offense and 9 touchdowns.  He had his best day against the Olympic College Rangers when he ran for 119 yards and 3 TDs, passed for 204 yards and picked off a pass while playing defense back.