ALAMEDA, Calif. – The Oakland Raiders have claimed WR Kenbrell Thompkins via waivers from the New England Patriots, General Manager Reggie McKenzie announced Monday.
Thompkins was originally signed by the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent in May 2013. As a rookie, he totaled 32 receptions for 466 yards and four touchdowns. In New England's Week 3 win last year over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Thompkins became the first undrafted rookie since 2010 to post two touchdown receptions in the same game. The 6-foot-1, 195-pounder's career totals include 14 games played with nine starts, 38 receptions for 519 yards and four touchdowns.
