Jonathan Thomas grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and attended the University of Kentucky, where he majored in Agricultural Economics and played football for 5 years. While in college, he worked for Stanley Entertainment assisting the owner with various jobs in construction and restaurants. He developed strengths like leadership, self-confidence, decision-making, and working well with others. Upon graduating in May 2012, he is interested in careers in football coaching, sports agency, or using his agricultural background.