- Demaryius Thomas
- #18
- Team NYJ
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
- Owner FA
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Scores first TD of 2019
Thomas (hamstring) caught two of four targets for 28 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-22 victory over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Thomas finally found the end zone for the first time this season with a 14-yard score in the second quarter. He was checked for an injury immediately after the play but was able to continue. Thomas has gutted out an injury-plagued campaign, but he has a difficult matchup against the Ravens on Thursday.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as active Sunday
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Thomas continues to see his share of snaps in the Jets offense, along with fellow receivers Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder, but of late his ceiling has been limited, with the 31-year-old -- who hasn't scored a TD in 10 games to date -- having totaled nine catches (on 13 targets) for 89 yards over his last three outings.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Gets questionable designation
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The lingering hamstring issue has made Thomas a regular presence on Jets injury reports throughout the season, though he hasn't actually missed a game since Week 3. Even though he was a limited participant in practice throughout the week, expect Thomas to avoid the inactive list come Sunday and hold down a regular role in three-receiver formations.
Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Maintains limited activity
Thomas (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: The activity level represents no change from Wednesday, but the Jets don't seem to have any serious concern about Thomas' status for Sunday's game against the Dolphins. If he upgrades to full participation Friday or merely maintains limited activity, Thomas shouldn't face any restrictions with his snap count this weekend.
Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Thomas (hamstring) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas' hamstring issue continues to routinely limit his practice activity, but he still suits up on a weekly basis. That's not expected to change when the Jets host the Dolphins on Sunday.
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Another quiet game
Thomas (hamstring) caught three of five targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 22-6 loss to the Bengals.
Analysis: Thomas continues to play through injuries, but he's lacked explosiveness in recent games, failing to top 50 yards in any of the past three. Even with a juicy matchup against the Dolphins on tap in Week 14, you're likely better off looking elsewhere at the wide receiver position outside of deeper formats.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go Sunday
Thomas (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Thomas' hamstring injury limited him in practice all week and resulted in him carrying a questionable tag into the matchup, but there was never much doubt that he would be available Sunday. Expect the veteran to see his usual snap count while playing alongside starting receivers Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Gets questionable tag for Week 13
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Though Thomas will carry a designation into the weekend after practicing only on a limited basis Wednesday through Friday, there haven't been any reports to suggest he's truly at risk of sitting out Sunday. The veteran wideout has routinely had his practice reps capped due to the hamstring issue that has bothered him off and on since the preseason concluded, but he hasn't missed a game since Week 4. Look for him to have a regular role alongside Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder in…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Thursday
Thomas (hamstring) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Thomas is undergoing routine maintenance to make sure he's good to go on game days. He's yet to reach the end zone this season, but his peripherals (7.8 yards per target and 63.3 percent catch rate) should help him produce the occasional fruitful performance.
Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Thomas (hamstring) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas has been routinely limited at practice of late but continues to suit up on a weekly basis. That's not expected to change this Sunday against the Bengals.
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Has TD called back
Thomas (hamstring) caught two of three targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 34-3 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Thomas had a would-be eight-yard touchdown on New York's first drive overturned due to offensive pass interference on a teammate. He wasn't very involved after that point and remains in search of his first touchdown of 2019. A Week 13 tilt against the 0-11 Bengals offers his next chance to finally find the end zone.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 5:05pm by Rotowire.com
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In uniform Sunday
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.
Analysis: Though Thomas hasn't scored a TD in eight contests this season, the veteran wideout has been starting and seeing regular snaps for the Jets, a playing context that's made him of some use in PRR formats. Over his last seven outings, Thomas has averaged four catches and 51.2 receiving yards.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable this week
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders after practicing in a limited fashion all week, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: As has become the norm of late, the Jets' Week 12 injury report is pretty robust, but of the eight players the team lists as questionable this week -- in addition to three doubtful and one out -- Thomas is among those most likely to be a go Sunday. Though the veteran wideout hasn't found the end zone in eight games this season, he has averaged four catches and 51.2 receiving yards per game over his last seven outings, numbers that lend him a degree of PPR utility.
Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by hamstring issue
Thomas (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Since he joined the Jets on Sept. 10, Thomas has had been his practice reps managed carefully nearly every week, with the hamstring issue usually being attributed to his appearances on the injury report. Thomas has ultimately gone on to play in each of the Jets' past seven games, and there was no indication that his health took a turn for the worse coming out of the Week 11 win over the Redskins. With that in mind, Thomas seems likely to handle a normal role Sunday against the Raiders, though…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Thomas (hamstring) was limited at practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas has appeared regularly on the Jets' lengthy injury report of late, so his limitations Wednesday aren't particularly concerning. Though it's quite possible he'll end up listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Thomas will most likely be ready to start opposite Robby Anderson in the contest, while Jamison Crowder mans the slot for the team.
Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees five targets
Thomas hauled in four of his five targets for 44 yards in the team's Week 11 win over the Redskins.
Analysis: Thomas took a step back from his Week 10 performance but still saw the second-most targets on the team. Though he's failed to work down the field consistently, Thomas has been targeted at least five times in five of his eight games as a Jet. Jamison Crowder has become Sam Darnold's most trusted option, detracting some from Thomas' role. He's also failed to find the end zone, making his role consistent yet uninspiring. He'll look to improve on this result as the team takes on Oakland in Week 12.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as active for Week 11
Thomas (knee/hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against Washington.
Analysis: Thomas is coming of a season-best effort Week 10 in which he hauled in six of his nine targets for 84 yards against the Giants. The 31-year-old hasn't found the end zone in seven games to date, but he continues to maintain a degree of PPR utility, as he's been logging regular snaps in his current starting role with the Jets.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable
Thomas (knee/hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Washington after practicing in a limited fashion this week, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Of the eight players the Jets list as questionable for Week 11, Thomas seems among those most likely to play, given that he practiced all week. Assuming he's good to go Sunday, the veteran wideout brings some PPR utility to the table since he's been starting and logging regular snaps for the Jets. Thomas turned in one of his better outings of the season in last week's 34-27 win over the Giants, grabbing six balls for 84 yards.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Thomas (knee/hamstring) remained limited at Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: We'll circle back on Thomas' status Friday, but we suspect that the veteran wideout will be able to play Sunday against Washington, even if he's listed as questionable for the contest, which seems like a plausible outcome.
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to start week
Thomas (knee/hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas has followed a clear pattern for weeks now, being limited in practice and then handling full workloads during game action. His knee injury appears to be a new development, however, so Thomas' participation in practice as the week continues will be worth keeping an eye on. The veteran wideout led New York's receiving corps with six catches for 84 yards in the Week 10 win over the Giants and has another favorable matchup on deck Sunday in Washington.
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Paces receiving corps in win
Thomas (hamstring) caught six of nine targets for 84 yards in Sunday's 34-27 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Thomas led the team in both catches and yards, edging out Jamison Crowder by one catch and three yards. Crowder got into the end zone, however, while Thomas is still searching for his first touchdown in green and white. Still, the veteran wide receiver has emerged as the team's most consistent option on the outside, as speedster Robby Anderson continues to pull a disappearing act.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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In uniform Sunday
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: Through six games played this season, Thomas is averaging 3.2 catches for 38.7 yards and has yet to find the end zone. Though his overall numbers are modest, the fact that the veteran wideout has been starting and logging regular snaps for the Jets has nonetheless allowed him to carve out a degree of PPR utility in deeper fantasy formats.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable this week
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants after practicing in a limited fashion this week, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Despite the questionable tag, we expect Thomas to be a go for Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff. Given that he's been starting and logging regular snaps for the Jets, Thomas offers modest PPR utility these days. Six games into his 2019 season, the veteran wideout is averaging 3.2 catches for 38.7 yards, but has yet to find the end zone.
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice yet again
Thomas (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Thursday.
Analysis: It's been the same drill for weeks now, with Thomas limited in practice and handling a full workload on Sundays. He gets a favorable Week 10 matchup in the Giants, but he's still no better than the fourth option in a struggling passing game. His five games with more than half the snaps on offense have yielded an average of 3.6 catches for 46.6 yards on 6.0 targets, without a single touchdown.
Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited participant
Thomas (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Practicing on a limited basis has been the norm for Thomas this season. The veteran has been dealing with a hamstring issue since Week 1, but he's managed to suit up for the Jets' last five games and doesn't appear in significant danger of missing Sunday's matchup with the Giants. The 31-year-old will look to bounce back this weekend after an unproductive showing in Miami in Week 9 (two catches for 19 yards).
Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts dud in Miami
Thomas (hamstring/ankle) caught two of three targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 26-18 loss to Miami.
Analysis: Thomas was able to suit up but didn't seem to be fully healthy, as he tied with Vyncint Smith for fifth in targets and finished sixth on the team in receiving yards. The big-bodied wide receiver will look to bounce back against the Giants in Week 10.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Sunday
Thomas (hamstring/ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Thomas carried a questionable tag into the weekend after the two injuries limited his participation in practices Wednesday through Friday. With the Jets clearing the veteran to play in Week 9, he's expected to occupy a regular spot in three-receiver sets alongside Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder. Thomas posted a season-high five receptions for 63 yards in the Jets' last game against Jacksonville.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable in Week 9
Thomas (hamstring/ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Thomas' activity was limited in practice Wednesday through Friday, prompting the Jets to affix an injury designation to his name ahead of the team's Week 9 matchup. The hamstring issue has been something Thomas has managed dating back to Week 1, but the ankle injury appears to be a new concern for the wideout. His status for the game will gain clarity when the Jets release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice again
Thomas (hamstring/ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: As was the case a week ago, Thomas has opened Week 9 prep with a pair of limited practices. If last week is any guide, Thomas will upgrade to full participation in the Jets' final session Friday, which would likely be enough for him to avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game in Miami.
Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited Wednesday
Thomas (hamstring) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas was limited by his hamstring issue both Wednesday and Thursday last week before returning to a full session Friday and not being tagged with a Week 8 injury designation. The expectation is that he'll follow a similar pattern leading up to Sunday's game against the Dolphins. Though Thomas has yet to score a touchdown this season and has topped out at 63 receiving yards, he has carved out a degree of PPR utility in deeper formats, having averaged four catches a game in October.
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Consistent producer since return
Thomas caught all five of his targets for 63 yards in Sunday's 29-15 loss to Jacksonville.
Analysis: Thomas has emerged as Sam Darnold's most trustworthy receiver, topping 40 yards in each of his four games since returning from a hamstring injury. There's not much fantasy value to be found in the Jets' offense, but Thomas certainly has value in deeper leagues, and he's likely to earn some consideration in shallower formats against the Dolphins in Week 9.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to go Week 8
Thomas (hamstring) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game at Jacksonville, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Thomas has been tending to a hamstring injury all season, and this week he was a limited participant in the first two sessions before logging a full practice Friday. In the previous three contests, he played between 72 and 81 percent of the offensive snaps in a given week, accumulating 11 catches (on 22 targets) for 151 yards and no touchdowns along the way. He'll aim to be more productive against a Jags secondary that allowed Bengals wide receivers to go off for a 16-257-0 line on 34 targets…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Manages limited practice
Thomas (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.
Analysis: Thomas' hamstring has been a lingering issue dating back to Week 1, but there wasn't any indication from the Jets that he suffered a setback coming out of the team's Monday night loss to the Patriots. As such, his restrictions in back-to-back practices may be mostly maintenance-related, but Thomas would put to rest any concerns about his health by practicing fully Friday.
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Thomas (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Thomas was limited in practice all last week due to a hamstring issue, and he nonetheless managed to suit up versus the Patriots on Monday and play 72 percent of snaps on offense. The veteran wideout led New York's wide receivers with nine targets in Week 7, and he'll be in line for another key role on offense versus Jacksonville on Sunday, if healthy.
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Targeted nine times
Thomas caught three of nine targets for 42 yards in Monday night's 33-0 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Thomas led the Jets in targets and actually accounted for almost half of quarterback Sam Darnold's 86 passing yards on the evening. Additionally, the veteran drew numerous defensive pass interference calls, helping New York move the ball when it otherwise couldn't. The veteran wideout has now caught at least three passes and topped 40 yards in three straight games ahead of this Sunday's game in Jacksonville.
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 7
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as active for Monday night's game against New England, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Reports surfaced last week that Thomas wasn't too keen about how his stint with the Patriots (prior to being dealt to the Jets) went down, calling it "kind of a waste of time." The veteran wideout should therefore have motivation on his side Monday night. In QB Sam Darnold's return to action in Week 6's 24-22 win over the Cowboys, Thomas caught all four of his targets for 62 yards, while Robby Anderson and slot man Jamison Crowder combined to log 11 receptions on 17 targets. Thomas doesn't…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially listed as questionable
Thomas (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Patriots.
Analysis: Thomas logged a trio of limited practices this week, and he appears to have a good shot of suiting up for Monday Night Football. The veteran wideout played a notable role during Sam Darnold's return to action Week 6, when he caught all four of his targets for a season-high 62 yards. He's also played over 75 percent of snaps on offense in two straight contests. While Thomas may not carry high fantasy upside against the Patriots' stingy defense, he does appear on track to be highly involved in…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 19 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Thomas (hamstring) logged another limited practice Friday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: That said, we'd be surprised if the veteran wideout wasn't available for Monday night's game against the Patriots. Per ESPN.com, Thomas wasn't thrilled with how his stint with New England (prior to his trade to the Jets) transpired, calling it "kind of a waste of time." In QB Sam Darnold's return to action in Week 6's 24-22 win over the Cowboys, Thomas hauled in all four of his targets for 62 yards, while Robby Anderson and slot man Jamison Crowder combined for 11 catches on 17 targets. While…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Reps capped in practice
Thomas (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Thomas' hamstring issue dates back to Week 1, when he was still a member of the Patriots squad he'll face off against Monday. At this point, Thomas' restrictions in practice appear to be mostly maintenance-related, as coach Adam Gase hasn't suggested that the veteran wideout is at risk of missing the Week 7 game. Through his first three games with the Jets, Thomas has hauled in nine of 15 targets for 108 yards.
Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Tops 60 yards in Darnold's return
Thomas (hamstring/knee) caught four of five targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 24-22 win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: New York's entire offense came alive in quarterback Sam Darnold's return from mononucleosis, and Thomas ranked third on the team in receiving yards behind Robby Anderson (125) and Jamison Crowder (98). Thomas should be owned in deeper formats, but he'll be fighting an uphill battle in Week 7 with the Patriots coming to town.
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 8:07am by Rotowire.com
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Suits up Sunday
Thomas (hamstring/knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Analysis: Thomas started and caught four of his nine targets for a team-high 47 yards in the Jets' 31-6 loss to Philadelphia last weekend. Going forward, the veteran wideout could well benefit from QB Sam Darnold's return to action, as long as he's able to avoid any more injury setbacks as the season rolls along.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable this week
Thomas (hamstring/knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys after logging limited practices all week.
Analysis: Thomas, who started and caught four of his nine targets for a team-high 47 yards in the Jets' 31-6 loss to Philadelphia in Week 5, figures to play Sunday, but his status still will be worth verifying in advance of the team's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. Assuming he's a go this weekend, the wideout should benefit from the return to action of QB Sam Darnold, so long as he's able to avoid any more injury setbacks in the coming weeks.
Published: Fri, Oct 11 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Thomas (hamstring/knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas returned to action in Week 5, catching four of his nine targets for a team-high 47 yards in the Jets' 31-6 loss to Philadelphia. Now that he's working in a starting role, Thomas' fantasy prospects could be on the upswing, so long as he can stay healthy enough to play. Thomas' outlook will be further bolstered by the return of quarterback Sam Darnold (illness), who has been cleared to start ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Four catches in return
Thomas (hamstring) caught four of nine targets for 47 yards in Sunday's 31-6 loss to Philadelphia.
Analysis: Thomas was the go-to receiver for quarterback Luke Falk, tying running back Le'Veon Bell with a team-high nine targets and edging Bell out by two receiving yards for the team lead. With a starting job on the outside now that he's healthy, Thomas could gain fantasy relevance when starting quarterback Sam Darnold returns from mononucleosis. That could happen as soon as Week 6 against Dallas.
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as active Sunday
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Analysis: Thomas is back in action, but we'd like to see the veteran wideout log a full and productive game before recommending him as a fantasy option. That's especially so this Sunday, with Luke Falk in line for another start at QB for the Jets, with Sam Darnold (illness) still sidelined.
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Week 5
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles after being limited at practice this week.
Analysis: Per Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York, coach Adam Gase said that Thomas has looked good in practice of late. While Rich Cimini of ESPN.com notes that Thomas is likely to suit up this weekend, he'll probably need to turn in a full and productive game before gaining mainstream fantasy appeal. Luke Falk in line for another start at quarterback for the Jets this week with Sam Darnold (illness) still sidelined.
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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To be limited Thursday
Thomas (knee/hamstring) will be a limited participated in Thursday's practice, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: After not practicing Wednesday, it looks like Thomas will be able to increase his workload for Thursday's session. Should Thomas be able to put in some adequate work over the next two days, there's a shot the veteran wideout gets back on the field Sunday in Philadelphia.
Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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Missing more practice time
Thomas (hamstring) isn't practicing Wednesday, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Instead, Thomas was spotted working on the side with a strength coach after the Jets apparently decided he isn't quite ready to practice coming off a bye week. While Thomas' lack of activity isn't encouraging, the Jets haven't ruled him out beyond Wednesday. It isn't entirely clear that Thomas will have a key role in the offense once he's ready to play.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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May return to practice Wednesday
Thomas will undergo an evaluation to determine whether or not he's allowed to practice Wednesday, Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Thomas arrived in New York with a hamstring injury, which has kept him sidelined to date. With his rehab approaching its conclusion, the Jets may be able to incorporate him into the offense in the near future. It remains to be seen who will be tossing Thomas the ball, though, as Sam Darnold (illness) was just cleared for non-contact work Monday. If Darnold misses Sunday's game at Philadelphia and Thomas is active, Luke Falk will be under center.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Could suit up Week 5
Coach Adam Gase said Monday that Thomas (hamstring/knee) is "trending in the right direction" to play versus the Eagles in Week 5, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Thomas will benefit from the team's Week 4 bye to focus on returning to full health. There appears to be optimism that Sam Darnold (illness) could also retake the field Oct. 6 against the Eagles, so it's possible that the second-year quarterback and Thomas could make their debut as a tandem in Philadelphia.
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Thomas (hamstring/knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Analysis: With Thomas unable to go, Josh Bellamy is in line to work behind Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder as the Jets' No. 3 receiver Sunday. Thomas will have the team's Week 4 bye to heal up and could be back in action for New York's Oct. 6 game against Philadelphia.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as doubtful
Thomas (hamstring/knee) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Analysis: If Josh Bellamy (shoulder, questionable) is available Sunday, he'd be in line to work behind Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder as the Jets' No. 3 receiver, assuming Thomas is officially ruled out.
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Will not practice Friday
Thomas (hamstring/knee) will not practice Friday, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
Analysis: Thomas has not practiced all week, so his chances of playing Sunday against the Patriots are not promising, particularly with a Week 4 bye on the horizon providing additional recovery time. The Jets will reveal Thomas' official status for Week 3 when they release their final injury report of the week.
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined again Thursday
Thomas (hamstring/knee) will not practice Thursday, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: At this point it would be fairly surprising if Thomas was on the practice field at all this week, as the veteran wideout is on track to miss Week 3's contest against the Patriots. Josh Bellamy (shoulder) -- health permitting -- would in line to work behind Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder this week as the Jets' No. 3 receiver should Thomas officially be ruled out.
Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined Wednesday
Thomas (hamstring/knee) won't practice Wednesday, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: That's not a surprise, considering Thomas is viewed as week-to-week. If Thomas is out Sunday against the Patriots -- which seems likely -- Josh Bellamy would profile as the Jets' No. 3 receiver this weekend, working behind Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Viewed as week-to-week
The Jets are viewing Thomas as week-to-week with hamstring and knee injuries, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While the results of the MRI that Thomas underwent earlier in the day haven't been publicized, the week-to-week label makes it rather unlikely that the receiver will be ready to play Sunday in New England. Assuming Thomas is sidelined this weekend, Josh Bellamy will presumably slide into the No. 3 receiver role alongside starters Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder.
Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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Getting MRI
Thomas (hamstring) is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Tuesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Making his Jets debut in Monday's 23-3 loss to the Browns, Thomas lasted only two quarters before exiting after he aggravated the hamstring injury he had been nursing coming out of the preseason. The MRI should shed more light on the extent of Thomas' setback, but given that he was already returning from a torn Achilles' tendon suffered last December, the veteran's chances of making it back on the field for the Week 3 matchup with the Patriots wouldn't appear overly promising.
Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Out rest of Monday
Thomas has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game with a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Thomas had been nursing a hamstring strain leading into Monday's contest, so he may have suffered a tweak in the first half. The Jets have already lost quarterback Trevor Siemian (ankle) and now lose Thomas after acquiring him less than a week ago. Jamison Crowder, Josh Bellamy and Robby Anderson figure to see more looks from new quarterback Luke Falk with Thomas out.
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 7:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for N.Y. debut
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as active Monday against the Browns, Randy Lange of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Less than a week removed from getting traded by New England to New York, Thomas will be available to the Jets offense, despite sitting out every Week 2 practice. It's unclear what kind of workload to expect, though, with all of Robby Anderson, Jamison Crowder, Josh Bellamy and Braxton Berrios (hamstring) active. On a positive note, Thomas has a previous rapport with starting quarterback and former Bronco Trevor Siemian, who is filling in for Sam Darnold (mononucleosis).
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Earns questionable tag
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Browns.
Analysis: Thomas did not participate in Saturday's practice, but every indication is the veteran receiver will be active come Monday. He'll play a pivotal role should that occur considering the season-ending injury to Quincy Enunwa (neck), likely slotting in behind Robby Anderson and Jamison Crowder in terms of Jets pass catchers. That might not mean much, however, with Trevor Simian stepping in under center for Sam Darnold, who is expected to be out for an extended absence due to mononucleosis.
Published: Sat, Sep 14 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Saturday practice on tap
Coach Adam Gase indicated that Thomas (hamstring) is slated to practice Saturday, Andy Vasquez of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Assuming that's the case, and Thomas (who the Jets acquired Tuesday) avoids any setbacks, he could step into a key role in the Jets' passing attack in the coming weeks, with Quincy Enunwa (neck) slated to miss the remainder of the season. The veteran wideout's fantasy upside is tied to how well he meshes with QB Trevor Siemian, who will be filling in for Sam Darnold, beginning Monday night against the Browns. Thomas -- who tore his left Achilles last December -- seems to have moved past that…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Thursday
Thomas (hamstring) did not practice Thursday, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Thomas was sidelined for Week 1 while he was still with the Patriots, and it looks like he's still not right since being traded to New York. Fortunately, it doesn't look like Thomas is dealing with anything too serious, as coach Adam Gase said Thursday that Thomas could play Monday without practicing. With Quincy Enuwa (neck) ruled out for the rest of the season, Thomas has a chance to play a key role in the Jets' passing game this season, when healthy.
Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 7:59am by Rotowire.com
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Could move into key role
Thomas (hamstring) could step into a key role in the Jets' passing attack right away after the team announced Wednesday that Quincy Enunwa (neck) will miss the remainder of the season, Darryl Slater of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.
Analysis: When the Jets acquired the 31-year-old wideout from the Patriots on Tuesday, it looked like the team was simply adding some depth behind Robby Anderson, Enunwa and Jamison Crowder. With Enunwa now out of the mix, Thomas seemingly has a clear path to snaps and targets once he gets up to speed with his new team's playbook. Thomas -- who tore his left Achilles last December -- has largely moved past that injury, but was made inactive by New England in Week 1 due to a hamstring issue. Thomas'…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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Dealt to Jets
The Jets acquired Thomas from the Patriots on Tuesday in exchange for a 2021 sixth-round pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Thomas' move within the AFC East clears a spot on the New England roster for fellow wideout Antonio Brown, whose signing was officially announced earlier Tuesday. With Brown's arrival, Thomas' role was destined to decline had he stuck around in New England, but the veteran should have a better opportunity to find targets in a Jets receiver room that lacks established targets beyond Robby Anderson, Jamison Crowder and Quincy Enunwa. Before making his Jets debut, however, Thomas will first have…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday night
Thomas (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With Thomas held out this week, Julian Edelman, Josh Gordon and Phillip Dorsett are in line to head the Patriots' Week 1 wideout corps. Beyond Sunday's contest, Thomas' path to steady targets figures to be hampered by the team's addition of Antonio Brown on Saturday.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains uncertain for Week 1
Thomas (hamstring) remains questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers, but the Patriots could err on the side of caution and withhold him from the Week 1 contest, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: After Thomas suffered a torn left Achilles' tendon in late December, the Patriots came away satisfied enough with the veteran wideout's health to include him on their 53-man roster to open the season. While the Achilles' injury is now behind him, Thomas was limited in practice all week by the hamstring issue. The Patriots don't want Thomas' latest health setback to become something that lingers all season, so if the 31-year-old is at all hobbled during pregame work, the team may be inclined to…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 6:09am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Week 1
Thomas (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Steelers, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas was able to practice in a limited fashion all week, which suggests that he could still suit up despite the questionable tag. That said, the Patriots' 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff makes rolling with the veteran wideout a bit risky for those who wouldn't be able to sub him out in the event he's scratched. Additionally, Thomas is bouncing back from a torn Achilles that he suffered last December, so it's not hard to imagine him being eased into action this weekend if he does play. With Julian…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Thomas was listed as limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a hamstring injury.
Analysis: The fact that Thomas' previous Achilles' issue isn't the source of his limitations is encouraging, but as one of just three players to appear on the Patriots' first regular-season injury report, the veteran wideout's Week 1 status is worth monitoring. Following the placement of N'Keal Harry (ankle) on injured reserve, Thomas would seem to have a path to early season targets if healthy, but from a fantasy perspective, both Julian Edelman and Josh Gordon carry more upside. Phillip Dorsett is also…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with Patriots
Thomas will re-sign with the Patriots, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: That was apparently the plan all along, though with rookie N'Keal Harry (ankle) having landed on IR to begin the season, there's a path for Thomas to see a steady role in the Patriots' offense, health permitting. From a fantasy perspective, Julian Edelman and Josh Gordon bring more value, but Thomas is now next in line on that front and as the season progresses and he becomes further removed from his Achilles' injury, the former Bronco's outlook could brighten.
Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Could rejoin Patriots
Thomas, who was released by the Patriots on Saturday, is a candidate to be brought back by the team, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: In his first game back since being activated off the PUP list, Thomas -- who tore his Achilles last December -- hauled in seven passes for 87 yards and two touchdowns in Thursday's preseason finale. Following that strong effort, it looked like the 31-year-old had solidified a roster spot, so it was notable to see his name among the team's Saturday cuts. For now, the team's top wideout options are Julian Edelman, Josh Gordon, Phillip Dorsett and N'Keal Harry (leg), but Thomas resurfacing with…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 31 at 4:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Sent packing by Pats
The Patriots released Thomas (Achilles) on Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Only eight months removed from tearing his left Achilles, Thomas was on the field for much of the first half of the Patriots' preseason finale, going off for seven catches (on eight targets) for 87 yards and two touchdowns. Considering what he showed Thursday, his services likely will be called upon in short order by another organization.
Published: Sat, Aug 31 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Lights it up in preseason finale
Thomas (Achilles) caught seven of eight targets for 87 yards and two touchdowns in Thursday's 31-29 loss to the Giants in the preseason finale.
Analysis: Thomas put any questions about his health to rest in this one, playing New England's first five drives and making a major impact during his time on the field. While he was facing New York's backups, the veteran receiver did all this damage with Jarrett Stidham under center, so Thomas appears capable of working his way into fantasy relevance once he starts working with Tom Brady in the regular season.
Published: Thu, Aug 29 at 8:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Making progress
Thomas, who is bouncing back from a torn Achilles, noted Sunday that he "still can go," Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports.
Analysis: At this stage, the wideout acknowledged that his explosiveness can come and go, but that's to be expected as he shakes off the rust from a long layoff. For his part, coach Bill Belichick noted that the team plans to "take it day by day" with the veteran wideout. "Certainly he's done some impressive things. But it's stringing them together. It's being able to do it on a consistent basis and come back and doing it again." With Week 1 looming, it's unclear how much of a role Thomas might have out…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Not likely to play Thursday
Thomas (Achilles) appears unlikely to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Panthers, NESN's Chris Grenham reports.
Analysis: Per the report, both Thomas and Julian Edelman "went through a workout on one of the practice fields outside Gillette Stadium on Thursday afternoon," an indication that the recently-activated duo is likely to sit out Thursday's contest. It remains to be seen what sort of role Thomas -- who tore his left Achilles last December -- might have in the New England offense early on, but if he can re-prove his health in the coming weeks, the 31-year-old would add a nice blend of size (6-3, 225 pounds)…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially activated off PUP
Thomas (Achilles) was activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list Tuesday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas took the practice field Tuesday in pads and a helmet, which led to speculation that the veteran wideout was activated off the PUP list that he's been on since the start of training camp. While he has been activated, given that he just suffered a ruptured Achilles eight months ago, Thomas will likely need to be eased back into the swing of things during these last couple weeks of preseason action.
Published: Tue, Aug 20 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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May be coming off PUP
Thomas (Achilles) appears to be coming off the PUP list, as he's wearing pads at Tuesday's practice, Kevin Duffy of the Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: Julian Edelman (thumb) took the same step forward in practice Monday and later was removed from the non-football injury list. Thomas seems to be next in line, joining a wideout group that may soon add Josh Gordon, who was placed on the NFI list after he was reinstated Friday from suspension. Thomas still will need to compete for snaps, but this at least suggests he'll be ready for games early in the regular season, possibly as soon as Week 1 or 2.
Published: Tue, Aug 20 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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Looks good in agility drills
Thomas (Achilles) and Julian Edelman (thumb) did agility drills Thursday during a pre-practice workout, Kevin Duffy of the Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: Duffy and Ryan Hannable of WEEI both note that Thomas was moving well in what appeared to be a full-speed agility workout. The 31-year-old wideout is still a candidate to stay on the PUP list into the regular season, but he at least is making tangible progress in his rehab from a torn Achilles. The Patriots might eventually consider a more aggressive approach to rehab if they continue to deal with other injuries at wide receiver. N'Keal Harry (leg), Phillip Dorsett (undisclosed) and Maurice…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 15 at 7:27am by Rotowire.com
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Making progress
Thomas (Achilles) was "running at a good rate of speed (during) his workout" Monday, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The report also notes that the veteran wideout wasn't sporting the compression sock that he had on last Monday. There's no concrete timetable for Thomas' return, and he's a candidate to open the coming season on the Patriots' reserve/PUP list, but it's nonetheless good to see him continue to make progress after tearing his Achilles last December. As long as Thomas is unable to practice, the likes of Phillip Dorsett, Maurice Harris, Dontrelle Inman, Braxton Berrios and Jakobi Meyers will…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 5 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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Could start season on PUP list
Thomas (Achilles) is a candidate to open the coming season on the Patriots' reserve/PUP list, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The wideout is already included on the preseason PUP list, but if Reiss's prediction comes to pass, Thomas would be slated to miss the Patriots' first six regular-season games. Such an outcome remains speculative, but bringing Thomas along slowly seems like the logical approach given the nature of his Achilles' injury. Additionally, stashing Thomas on the PUP list to start the season would give the team some valuable roster flexibility early on. Once Thomas does return to practice, he won't be…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 24 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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Lands on PUP list
The Patriots placed Thomas (Achilles) on their Physically Unable to Perform list Sunday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Thomas tore his left Achilles last December. It's the second such injury of the 31-year-old's career, as he tore his right Achilles in 2011. The Patriots signed him to a one-year, $2.9 million contract that's heavy on incentives and light on guarantees.
Published: Sun, Jul 21 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Contract terms clarified
Thomas' (Achilles) one-year deal with the Patriots carries a salary cap hit of $2.9 million, Ryan Hannable of WEEI.com reports.
Analysis: Per the report, the veteran wideout landed a $150,000 signing bonus from the Patriots and is in line to earn a $150,000 bonus for reporting to the team to go with a $1.2 million base salary. Additionally, Thomas can collect $1.4 million in per-game roster bonuses, as well as another $750,000 for 60 catches, $750,000 for 800 receiving yards, $750,000 for 1,000 yards and $750,000 for 1,200 yards. Essentially, the 31-year-old is betting on himself and in the process New England is able to take a…read more
Published: Wed, Apr 17 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Joining New England
Thomas (Achilles) is signing with the Patriots, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Recovering from a Dec. 23 rupture of his Achilles tendon, Thomas was released by the Texans in February and pleaded guilty to a careless driving charge in March. His offseason now takes a turn for the better, though he still has a long way to go in the rehab process. The Patriots can afford to take a patient approach, with Tom Brady capable of putting up points even if his pass-catching corps is depleted by a mixture of injuries, retirements and suspensions. The 31-year-old Thomas hasn't…read more
Published: Tue, Apr 16 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes visit to New England
Thomas (Achilles) visited with the Patriots on Wednesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Aside from Julian Edelman and James White, Tom Brady doesn't have many reliable pass catchers at his disposal in the wake of Rob Gronkowski's retirement and Josh Gordon's indefinite suspension. Only three and a half months removed from tearing his left Achilles tendon, Thomas almost certainly was unable to do much physical activity in front of the Patriots' training staff. More likely than not, the Patriots are keeping tabs on free agents like Thomas, who has a long rehab process to complete…read more
Published: Wed, Apr 10 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Agrees to plea deal
Thomas (Achilles) pleaded guilty Wednesday to a careless driving charge stemming from his car accident Feb. 16 in Denver, Matt Young of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: In exchange for the guilty plea, Thomas will have a charge for vehicular assault -- a felony -- dropped. The crash occurred just days after the Texans released the wide receiver, who is recovering from a torn Achilles suffered Week 16 of last season. Between Denver and Houston, he had his least-productive campaign since 2011, finishing with 59 catches for 677 yards and five scores on 89 targets. It remains to be seen if another organization will bring the 31-year-old into the fold, but the…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 27 at 4:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Facing legal trouble
Thomas (Achilles) was arrested on charges of vehicular assault related to a single-vehicle rollover crash earlier this month, Joe Dahlke of FOX31 Denver reports.
Analysis: Thomas was allegedly driving 70 miles per hour in a 30 mph zone and then lost control of his car before rolling over and coming to a stop somewhere off the road. There were two passengers in the vehicle, one of which suffered "serious bodily injuries" as a result of the accident. Thomas, an unrestricted free agent, apparently has a history of driving-related offenses and it's possible he could receive punishment from the league.
Published: Thu, Feb 28 at 8:59am by Rotowire.com
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Suffers minor injuries in crash
Thomas (Achilles) sustained minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Thomas was identified as the driver in the vehicle rollover, while one of the other two individuals in the car suffered possible serious injuries, though they don't appear life-threatening. The veteran wide receiver is a free agent after being released by the Texans on Thursday, and his status for the start of the 2019 season is in limbo after he ruptured his Achilles in December.
Published: Sat, Feb 16 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Cut loose by Houston
The Texans will release Thomas (Achilles) on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Traded from Denver to Houston on Oct. 30, the 31-year-old wide receiver caught 23 of 33 targets for 275 yards and two touchdowns in seven games with the Texans before suffering a torn Achilles in Week 16. The timing of the injury could make it a challenge to be ready for Week 1 of 2019, but there hasn't been any indication of Thomas pondering retirement. He should draw some interest around the league as a potential second or third option at wide receiver once he's healthy. The Texans figure to…read more
Published: Tue, Feb 12 at 6:51am by Rotowire.com
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Wants to be a Texan
Thomas (Achilles) said he'd like to finish his career in a Texans uniform, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Thomas caught 23 passes for 275 yards and two touchdowns after he was acquired from the Broncos prior to the trade deadline, but suffered an Achilles injury that will sideline him at least six months. So, getting healthy is Thomas' immediate concern. The Texans were pleased with Thomas' contributions, but head coach Bill O'Brien acknowledged his status with the team is a fluid situation. Houston is expected to have a healthy Will Fuller (knee) and Keke Coutee back in 2019, and Achilles injuries…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 7 at 4:39am by Rotowire.com
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Officially on injured reserve
The Texans placed Thomas (Achilles) on injured reserve Monday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: This move was routine as a result of the torn Achilles suffered by Thomas in Week 16, thus ending his seven-game run with the Texans with 23 catches (on 33 targets) for 275 yards and two touchdowns. Because his $14 million salary for 2019 isn't guaranteed, he may have played his last down with his second organization. Expect Thomas (who turns 31 on Christmas Day) to focus primarily on rehab in the offseason with an eye on a prove-it deal for next season.
Published: Mon, Dec 24 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers ruptured Achilles
Thomas suffered a ruptured Achilles during Sunday's loss to the Eagles and will miss the remainder of the season, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Thomas was unable to put any weight on his leg and was carted off the field in the fourth quarter. He will undergo surgery to repair the damage and be placed on injured reserve. The injury opens up playing time for rookie Vyncint Smith, who caught his first NFL touchdown pass after Thomas left the game, and DeAndre Carter.
Published: Mon, Dec 24 at 6:02am by Rotowire.com
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Achilles'l tear feared
Though coach Bill O'Brien didn't have an update on Thomas' status immediately following Sunday's loss to the Eagles, it's feared that the wideout suffered a torn Achilles, NFL.com reports.
Analysis: With Will Fuller (knee) on IR and Keke Coutee dealing with a nagging hamstring issue, this is an injury that the 10-5 Texans can ill-afford so close to the playoffs. If Thomas' injury is as severe as feared, Vyncint Smith's profile in the Houston offense would figure to expand going forward.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers Achilles' injury
Thomas (Achilles) was carted off the field during Sunday's game against the Eagles, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Per Wilson, Thomas couldn't put any weight on his left leg, which suggests a potentially serious issue. Vyncint Smith has replaced Thomas in his spot at wideout.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in six passes
Thomas caught six of eight targets for 59 yards in Saturday's 29-22 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Thomas was relatively quiet until the Texans' game-winning drive late in the fourth quarter, when he caught three passes for 29 yards to help set up a touchdown to DeAndre Hopkins. The yardage is Thomas' highest total since he had 61 receiving yards in his debut for the Texans in Week 9. The 30-year-old has been unable to take advantage the last three games with Keke Coutee (hamstring) sidelined, and his modest production keeps him as a touchdown-reliant fantasy play.
Published: Sat, Dec 15 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees six targets in loss
Thomas caught four of six passing attempts for 48 yards in Sunday's 24-21 loss to Indianapolis.
Analysis: The effort marks Thomas' second-best since coming to Houston from Denver prior to Week 9. Since then, he has not exceeded 61 yards or four catches in any game. The 30-year-old will be a touchdown-dependent play on the road Week 15 against the Jets.
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Kept in check by Browns
Thomas caught three of five targets for 32 yards in Sunday's 29-13 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Thomas finished as part of a three-way tie for second on the team in receiving yards behind DeAndre Hopkins' 91. Though Thomas did catch a pair of touchdowns last week, he's averaging just 32.8 yards through his first four games in a Texans uniform. Owners relying on Thomas in Week 14 against the Colts will likely need a touchdown to get satisfactory output from the big-bodied receiver.
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores twice in victory
Thomas caught four of five targets for 38 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's 34-17 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Thomas was a focus of coach Bill O'Brien in advance of Monday's contest, and his two touchdowns evidence O'Brien's improved job at getting him involved in the offense. Following just three catches in his first two games as a Texan, Thomas opened Houston's scoring with a 12-yard reception in the first quarter, then closed the game with a 10-yard touchdown in the fourth. In doing so, he provided a nice option opposite DeAndre Hopkins, whose six targets led the team. In Week 13, Thomas and company…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 26 at 8:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Coach takes blame
Coach Bill O'Brien said he needs to do a better job of getting Thomas more involved in the offense, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: After a Week 11 win over Washington, when Thomas was targeted once (no catches), O'Brien was ready to take the blame for the wide receiver's limited involvement. "Yeah, it's not Demaryius," the coach said. "I have to do a better job of getting him more involved. He's working hard, he's a good pro and we need to do a better job of getting him the ball a little more." Quarterback Deshaun Watson had Thomas' back as well, telling reporters that Houston's midseason addition is approaching the level…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 23 at 5:45am by Rotowire.com
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Blanked in Week 11 win
Thomas failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Redskins.
Analysis: So much for an expanded role. DeAndre Hopkins and Keke Coutee (hamstring) remain the wide receivers to own ahead of Houston's Week 12 meeting with the Titans, as Thomas is still adjusting to his new surroundings after coming over from Denver in a trade.
Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 4:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Expanded role expected Sunday
Thomas is expected to gain more involvement in the Houston offense in Sunday's game against the Redskins, Drew Dougherty of the Texans' official site reports.
Analysis: Thomas made his Houston debut in Week 9 against the Broncos, catching three passes for 61 yards -- all in the first quarter. Plans are afoot to expand Thomas' role and find ways to get him the ball on a more consistent basis throughout the game. The veteran wideout used the Week 10 bye to absorb more of the Texans' playbook, something coach Bill O'Brien took notice of during the team's first practice of Week 11. The matchup with Washington should be a favorable one for Thomas, as he's line up…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 14 at 4:13am by Rotowire.com
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Using bye week for learning
Thomas and the Texans are using their Week 10 bye as an opportunity to expose the wide receiver to a fuller version of the offensive playbook, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Thomas was essentially taught Houston's game plan for Denver in Week 9, when he made his Texans debut and played 79 percent of the offensive snaps. He caught all three of his targets for 61 yards. "Now, we can kind of take a step back and really go back into what we call the basic information, teach him the formations, teach him the routes. He's a really good pro and he's going to do a great job of learning," said coach Bill O'Brien. The Texans resume play Week 11 on the road against…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 4:28am by Rotowire.com
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Solid in win over former team
Thomas caught all three of his targets, totaling 61 yards during Sunday's 19-17 road win over Denver.
Analysis: Facing his ex-team of nine years within a week of being traded away, Thomas accounted for three first-quarter receptions but failed to garner a single target the remainder of the way. A notable upgrade at quarterback from Case Keenum to Deshaun Watson may push Thomas from WR3/flex consideration into solid WR3/often WR2 territory. Houston ranked top-eight in terms of passing yards per attempt entering Week 9 (compared to Denver's 18th-ranked air attack), meaning Thomas may exceed the 50.3 yards…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 7:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Lacking competition at wideout
Thomas could be in line for significant playing time after Houston declared Keke Coutee (hamstring) out for Sunday's game in Denver.
Analysis: Coutee did not travel with the team, leaving the Texans without two of its significant targets at wide receiver -- Will Fuller (knee, IR) being the other. Whether or not Thomas has command of the full playbook, it appears he'll get a heavy dose of snaps, which could potentially lead to a good deal of targets. Head coach Bill O'Brien previously downplayed Thomas' learning curve, citing the nine-year veteran's extensive experience within offensive systems in the NFL.
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 5:54am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to start Sunday
Thomas will start Sunday against the Broncos, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: It's been a whirlwind week for Thomas, who was traded by the Broncos to the Texans on Tuesday, then took a crash course in his new team's playbook. Physically, Thomas is in shape to play a full complement of snaps, but the question is how much of the playbook has he retained. Thankfully, he played under former Denver coach Josh McDaniels using a similar system to that of Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, who worked together with McDaniels in New England. "I notice some of the wording, some of the…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 3 at 2:57am by Rotowire.com
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