Joe Thomas transitions to cattle ranching after leaving the NFL
Fox News • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Former Cleveland Browns offensive lineman Joe Thomas is now managing Hall of Fame Farms in Wisconsin. Following his retirement from the professional football league, Thomas established the 4,100-acre cattle operation. The farm began with only five cows and a bull and currently focuses on the production of premium Wagyu beef. Thomas cited an interest in consuming real, high-quality food as the primary motivation for shifting his career path toward agriculture. He manages these operations as the current NFL season begins its regular schedule this week.
- •Joe Thomas played for the Cleveland Browns during his NFL career.
- •Hall of Fame Farms spans 4,100 acres in Wisconsin.
- •The agricultural operation produces premium Wagyu beef.
- •The farm expanded from an initial herd of five cows and a bull.
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"Joe Thomas built Hall of Fame Farms from five cows and a bull into a 4,100-acre Wisconsin cattle operation focused on raising premium Wagyu beef.
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