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  • Logan Thomas
  • TE #82
  • Logan
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vs. DAL: #3 vs opposing TE - 8.58 FPA
Bye Week14Rank33% Rostered9.2% Change-WK 17 Pts11.60WK 18 Pts3.60
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1JAX
Win, 28-22
-----345-----7.50
2@DET
Loss, 27-36
-----3371----12.70
3PHI
Loss, 8-24
-----25-----2.50
4@DAL
Loss, 10-25
-----519-----6.90
5TEN
Loss, 17-21
------------0.00
6@CHI
Win, 12-7
------------0.00
7GB
Win, 23-21
------------0.00
8@IND
Win, 17-16
------------0.00
9MIN
Loss, 17-20
------------0.00
10@PHI
Win, 32-21
-----212-----3.20
11@HOU
Win, 23-10
-----565-----11.50
12ATL
Win, 19-13
-----17-----1.70
13@NYG
Tie, 20-20
-----320-----5.00
14Bye  ------------0.00
15NYG
Loss, 12-20
-----16-----1.60
16@SF
Loss, 20-37
-----635-----9.50
17CLE
Loss, 10-24
-----656-----11.60
18DAL
Win, 26-6
-----216-----3.60
2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1JAX,
W 28-22
--45--7.50
2@DET,
L 27-36
--371-12.70
3PHI,
L 8-24
--5--2.50
4@DAL,
L 10-25
--19--6.90
5TEN,
L 17-21
-----0.00
6@CHI,
W 12-7
-----0.00
7GB,
W 23-21
-----0.00
8@IND,
W 17-16
-----0.00
9MIN,
L 17-20
-----0.00
10@PHI,
W 32-21
--12--3.20
11@HOU,
W 23-10
--65--11.50
12ATL,
W 19-13
--7--1.70
13@NYG,
Tie, 20-20
--20--5.00
14Bye-----0.00
15NYG,
L 12-20
--6--1.60
16@SF,
L 20-37
--35--9.50
17CLE,
L 10-24
--56--11.60
18DAL,
W 26-6
--16--3.60
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News

  • Held to 16 yards in finale

    Thomas caught two of three targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 26-6 win over Dallas.

    Analysis: Thomas finishes his age-31 season with one touchdown in 14 games, having caught 39 of 61 targets for 323 yards (8.3 YPR, 5.3 YPT). He came back from last year's ACL tear for Week 1 and then returned from a calf injury after missing three games in October, mostly handling a familiar role as Washington's receiving threat at tight end. Thomas wasn't much of one in 2022, of course, and he's scheduled for a non-guaranteed $6.275 million base salary in 2023, the second season of his three-year…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up six catches

    Thomas recorded six catches on seven targets for 56 yards in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Thomas was a favorite target of Carson Wentz and tied for the team lead with seven targets. He converted those opportunities at a high rate and recorded gains of 15, 11 and 10 yards. Thomas' production has remained volatile, though he has at least five receptions in three of his last six games.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 9:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Draws eight targets

    Thomas caught six of eight targets for 35 yards in Saturday's 27-20 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Thomas finished with one fewer target than Jahan Dotson (6-76-1) and three more than Terry McLaurin (4-77-1) and Curtis Samuel (5-52-1). Unlike his WR teammates, Thomas didn't have efficient per-target production while facing one of the top defenses in the league. He did finish with more than five catches and six targets for the fist time all year but still has just one game with 50-plus yards in 12 appearances, and only one TD. Thomas has played more than half of Washington's offensive snaps…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 5:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches one pass in loss

    Thomas caught one of three targets for six yards in Sunday's 20-12 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Thomas operated as the Commanders' No. 1 tight end, playing 40 of the team's 63 offensive snaps in the contest. Unfortunately, the veteran was unable to make the most of limited opportunities. It's been a mostly disappointing season for Thomas, as he is averaging an abysmal 19.6 receiving yards per game and has scored just one touchdown this season. The 31-year-old remains a very risky fantasy option heading into a Week 16 matchup with the 49ers.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 8:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 20 yards

    Thomas caught three of four targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 20-20 tie with the Giants.

    Analysis: Thomas played 56 percent of offensive snaps, tying a season low from Week 8 when he was in his first game back from a three-week absence due to a calf injury. Thomas has averaged only 1.8 catches for 17.3 yards in five games since his return, unable to make much of a dent in an offense with talented wide receivers and a busy RB duo. He'll likely continue to get most of the TE snaps in obvious passing situations on the other side of a Week 14 bye when the Commanders face the Giants again.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Thomas (rib) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Giants, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Thomas has been listed with a rib injury for almost a month now and also dealt with an illness last week. He's caught only eight of 16 targets for 84 yards in five games since returning from a three-game absence due to a calf injury, but the Commanders have stuck with him as their top receiving tight end all the same, using Thomas on more than two-thirds of snaps in four straight games.

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Thursday

    Thomas (rib) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas' rib injury has followed him for three weeks in a row, but he's been able to play through it both of the last two games, combining for six catches (on nine targets) for 72 yards while playing 69 percent of the Commanders' snaps. Ultimately, Friday's practice report will reveal whether or not the tight end enters the weekend with a designation for Sunday's contest at the Giants.

    Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still dealing with rib issue

    Thomas (ribs) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas played through the rib injury and an illness this past Sunday against Atlanta, catching one pass for seven yards on three targets. He's now played five straight games since missing three in a row with a calf injury, averaging only 1.6 catches for 16.8 yards on 3.2 targets despite playing more than half of Washington's offensive snaps in every game, including 68 percent or better the past four weeks. Thomas should be able to play against the Giants this Sunday but can't be relied upon for…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet against Falcons

    Thomas recorded one reception on three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Thomas played through an injury to his ribs and an illness, perhaps a partial explanation for his poor performance. However, he's managed multiple receptions in only two of his last five games and recorded a combined 84 yards in that span. John Bates was more involved in the Commanders' offense against the Falcons, a potentially ominous sign for Thomas moving forward.

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 9:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active against Falcons

    Thomas (ribs/illness) is active Week 12 against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Despite catching five of six targets for 65 yards in Week 11, Thomas remained bothered by a ribs injury into the practice week, in addition to dealing with an illness. He'll overcome both of those obstacles to suit up Sunday against Atlanta -- a team that has allowed 62 receptions to opposing tight ends this season, which is tied with Miami for the second most in the league.

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to play in Week 12

    Thomas (ribs/illness) remains listed as questionable but is in line to play Sunday against the Falcons, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: A lingering rib injury followed Thomas into Week 12 prep, limiting him at practice Wednesday and Thursday. An illness then prevented him from doing any on-field work Friday, resulting in him taking a designation into the weekend. Head coach Ron Rivera told John Keim of ESPN.com on Friday that he expected Thomas to be available this weekend, and Schefter's report backs up that assessment. Still, Thomas' status won't be clarified until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Sat, Nov 26 at 8:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice with illness

    Thomas, who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Atlanta, is dealing with an illness in addition to a rib injury, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Thomas was a limited practice participant Wednesday and Thursday before sitting out Friday. HIs absence Friday was due to the ailment and not a setback with the rib injury, with head coach Ron Rivera saying after practice that he expects Thomas to play Sunday against the Falcons. If not, the Commanders will be left with John Bates and Cole Turner as their top tight ends ahead of the 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play

    Thomas (ribs) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Atlanta, with Commanders head coach Ron Rivera noting Friday that he expects Thomas to play, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas managed limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, after catching five of six targets for a team-high 65 yards in last Sunday's win over the Texans. He's otherwise had a quiet season, but he at least runs routes on most of Washington's pass plays whenever he's healthy and has a history of fantasy utility. If Thomas ends up missing the game, which doesn't sound likely, the Commanders will be down to John Bates and Cole Turner at tight end, with the former more of an in-line blocker and the…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Thursday

    Thomas (ribs) was listed as limited on Tuesday's practice estimate.

    Analysis: Last week, Thomas kicked it off with back-to-back capped sessions, but a full listing Friday cleared him of a designation ahead of this past Sunday's win at Houston. This time around, he's followed a similar regimen through two practice reports, meaning Friday's version may do the same for a Week 12 matchup with the Falcons.

    Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still bothered by ribs

    Thomas (rib) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

    Analysis: He was listed with the same rib injury last week and ended up catching five of six targets for 65 yards in a win over the Texans. Production like that hasn't been the norm for Thomas this season, but he could have more useful weeks ahead as he's further removed from the ACL tear he suffered last year and the calf injury that cost him three weeks earlier this season. The Commanders host the Falcons in Week 12.

    Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in receiving yardage

    Thomas caught five passes for 65 yards on six targets against Houston on Sunday.

    Analysis: The Texans corners seemed to get the better of the Washington receivers, with Curtis Samuel and Jahan Dotson combining for just two catches for 23 yards on four targets, and Thomas stepped up accordingly as the defense left him open. It's arguably Thomas' best game of the year so far, so hopefully he can avoid injuries and keep building on his momentum as Washington takes on Atlanta in Week 12.

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Sunday

    Thomas (ribs) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Houston, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas missed Weeks 5-7 with a calf injury and has caught only two of seven targets for 12 yards in three games since returning. He played 72 and 73 percent of offensive snaps in Washington's past two games, but Taylor Heinicke mostly has focused his attention on WR Terry McLaurin and the team's running backs.

    Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Thursday

    Thomas (ribs) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

    Analysis: After dealing with knee and calf injuries already this season, Thomas now has a rib issue, which so far has resulted in a cap on his reps in both sessions during Week 11 prep. He'll have one more opportunity to get back to full before the Commanders potentially make a ruling on his availability for Sunday's game at Houston.

    Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to rib issue

    Thomas was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report due to a rib injury.

    Analysis: Knee and calf issues have previously resulted in Thomas being listed on injury reports this season, and a new health concern is inhibiting him to kick off Week 11 prep. He'll have a pair of sessions to get back to full activity before the Commanders potentially tab him with a designation for Sunday's game in Houston.

    Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records two catches in Week 10 win

    Thomas hauled in two of his four targets for 12 yards in Monday's 32-21 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Since missing three straight games from Weeks 5 through 7, Thomas has seen his snap share gradually increase over the Commanders' subsequent three contests. After logging 56 percent of the Commanders' snaps on offense in his return to the lineup Week 8 against the Colts, Thomas bumped up to 70 percent Week 9 versus the Vikings before climbing to 73 percent Monday. Now that his calf injury is further behind him, Thomas should continue to fend off John Bates for No. 1 tight-end duties, but the…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • No catches despite large snap count

    Thomas finished with no catches on two targets in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Vikings, playing 72 percent of Washington's snaps on offense.

    Analysis: It was his second game back from a three-week absence due to a calf injury, and Thomas made it two in a row without a reception despite playing more than half the available snaps in both contests. He averaged 3.3 catches for 26.5 yards on 5.0 targets over the first four weeks of the season, so there is some hope the 31-year-old tight end starts to see more looks Week 10 at Philadelphia or Week 11 at Houston.

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Sunday

    Thomas (calf) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

    Analysis: It remains to be seen if Thomas will take on more work after handling 56 percent of offensive snaps (but zero targets) last week in his first game back from a three-week absence due to a calf injury. He should see a few targets this time around, but the threat of losing snaps/routes to Armani Rogers, John Bates and/or Cole Turner still is present for Thomas.

    Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited at practice

    Thomas (calf) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Though Thomas didn't take a step forward from Wednesday in terms of practice activity, the fact that he was on the field for consecutive days bodes well for his chances of being able to play Sunday against the Vikings. In his return from a three-game absence in the Commanders' Week 8 win over the Colts, Thomas started and played 56 percent of Washington's offense snaps but went without a target.

    Published: Thu, Nov 3 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice

    Thomas (calf) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas returned for Sunday's win over Indianapolis after missing three games with a calf injury, and while he took 56 percent of Washington's snaps on offense, the veteran tight end finished without a target. He should see a looks this weekend against the Vikings, assuming he experiences no setbacks with the calf during practice. The every-down role he held in 2020 may be a thing of the past, however.

    Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not targeted in return from injury

    Thomas played 56 percent of the offensive snaps but wasn't targeted in Sunday's 17-16 win over Indianapolis.

    Analysis: In his first game back from a three-week absence due to a calf injury, Thomas shared snaps with Armani Rogers (36 percent) and John Bates (33 percent), a duo that combined for three targets. Thomas could see more work in Week 9 against Minnesota considering he handled at least 62 percent of snaps and three or more targets in each of Washington's first four games this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active in Week 8

    Thomas (calf) is active for Sunday's Week 8 game against the Colts, Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end was trending in the right direction heading into the weekend, and his active status is now confirmed. Thomas could draw even more targets than usual against Indianapolis considering the Commanders' air attack will be down both Dyami Brown (groin) and Jahan Dotson (hamstring).

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to play Sunday

    Thomas, who is listed as questionable due to a calf injury, is expected to play Sunday against the Colts, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Thomas has missed three straight games due to a calf injury, but after logging three consecutive limited practices during Week 8 prep, the tight end is in line to make his first appearance since Week 4. Before the injury, Thomas, caught 13 of 20 targets for 106 yards and one touchdown. While the tight end is expected to play, it's possible he winds up limited in his first game action in a month, so fantasy managers are still encouraged to confirm his availability ahead of Sunday's 4:25 PM ET…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 29 at 8:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return for Week 8

    Thomas (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Thomas is at least headed in the right direction after not playing or practicing the previous three weeks. This is the first time since injuring his calf that he's been listed as anything other than 'out' on the final injury report, potentially setting up a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday. With fellow tight end Cole Turner (concussion) already ruled out, the Commanders will be left with John Bates and Armani Rogers if Thomas can't play.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Maintains limited activity

    Thomas (calf) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: After not practicing or playing each of the past three weeks, Thomas looks like he'll have a chance at returning to action Sunday in Indianapolis now that he's practiced on consecutive days, albeit in a limited capacity. He'll almost certainly need to graduate to full activity Friday to enter the weekend without a designation, but even another limited showing could put him in good position to play against the Colts. Over Washington's first four games of the season, Thomas registered 13…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to limited practice

    Thomas (calf) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The activity marks a step forward for Thomas after he missed each of the last three games and didn't practice in advance of any of those contests. The Commanders have used John Bates, Cole Turner (concussion) and Armani Rogers at tight end in Thomas' absence, with all besides Rogers having injury issues of their own in recent weeks.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for a third straight game

    Thomas (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Green Bay, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas will miss a third straight game, while backup John Bates (hamstring) is listed as questionable and could be a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Bates doesn't play, the Commanders likely will have Cole Turner as their primary tight end, though Armani Rogers and FB Alex Armah also could take on some of the workload. Turner played 93 percent of snaps last Thursday with both Thomas and Bates out, catching two of two targets for 23 yards in a 12-7 win over Chicago.

    Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs DNP on Thursday

    Thomas (calf) was a non-participant at practice Thursday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: For a second day in a row, Thomas was spotted on the side getting in some work, but he again went down as a DNP. He may need to log a limited session before week's end to put himself on a path to ending a two-game absence as he tends to a calf issue. Friday's injury report ultimately may paint a clearer picture for Thomas' availability (or lack thereof) for Sunday's game against the Packers. Fellow tight end John Bates (hamstring) also hasn't practiced this week, leaving Cole Turner and Armani…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 20 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially DNP on Wednesday

    Thomas (calf) didn't take part in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: In the midst of missing two games due to a calf issue, Thomas hasn't practiced since Oct. 10. He told John Keim of ESPN.com on Wednesday that his calf is feeling "better every day," but the tight end is unsure if he'll be able to play Sunday against the Packers. According to Pete Hailey of NBC Sports Washington, Thomas logged some work on a side field, so he may be gearing up for some drills Thursday and/or Friday. Those sessions likely will determine whether or not Thomas puts himself in a…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to side work

    Thomas (calf) is working out on a side field rather than practicing with the main group Wednesday, Pete Hailey of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: The activity is perhaps a sign of progress after two missed games, but Thomas' continued absence from practice leaves him uncertain for a matchup with the Packers on Sunday. The Commanders put rookie Cole Turner in a three-down role at tight end last Thursday against the Bears after No. 2 option John Bates hurt his hamstring in pregame warmups. Injury reports over the next few days should provide clarity on Week 7 expectations for Washington's tight-end snaps and targets.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Thursday

    Thomas (calf) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Thomas will miss a second straight game after failing to practice Tuesday or Wednesday. John Bates and Cole Turner split tight end snaps in the Week 5 loss to Tennessee, and if the timeshare arrangement continues Thursday, it'll be hard to count on either for more than 2-to-3 targets in Thomas 'absence.

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Downgrades to no activity Tuesday

    Thomas (calf) was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's injury report, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Commanders only went through a walkthrough, but Thomas experienced a theoretical downgrade in activity level after being listed as limited on Monday's estimated injury report. He thus doesn't seem to be trending in a positive direction ahead of Thursday's contest at Chicago, but he at least has one more chance to mix into drills Wednesday before the team provides some clarity on his ability to play this week.

    Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited on practice estimate

    Thomas (calf) was listed as limited on Monday's practice estimate, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: The Commanders just played Sunday, so the team held a light walkthrough Monday. What Thomas -- who was inactive Week 5 -- is able to do during Tuesday's practice should provide added context with regard to his chances of returning to action Thursday night against the Bears.

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not suiting up

    Thomas (calf) is inactive Week 5 against the Titans.

    Analysis: News from pregame warmups had heavily implied that Thomas was in line to sit after sustaining a calf injury during practice late in the week. Those reports were officially confirmed with the release of the inactives, leaving John Bates to fill in as the primary tight end for Washington, with special-teamer Armani Rogers on hand in a backup capacity. Thomas and the Commanders have a short week ahead, as the team will head to Soldier Field on Thursday night to take on the Bears.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not slated to play Sunday

    Thomas (calf) is not in line to play Sunday against the Titans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Thomas' status will be officially confirmed upon the posting of the Commanders' inactives ahead of Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff, but in his anticipated absence, added tight end snaps are available for John Bates, Armani Rogers and Cole Turner.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • True game-time decision for Week 5

    Thomas (calf), who is listed as questionable, is considered a true game-time decision for Sunday's contest against the Titans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Thomas' status will come down to how he feels in pregame warmups, so the final word on his availability will be made roughly 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. If Thomas is unavailable, John Bates will step into the top role at tight end, with Armani Rogers also available for pass-catching reps.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 2:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Added to injury report

    Thomas was added to the injury report Friday with a calf injury and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Tennessee, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The timing is suboptimal with Washington set to play two games in a span of five days, facing the Bears on Thursday Night Football after Sunday's tilt with the Titans. Thomas is expected to be a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff this Sunday, with John Bates next up for snaps and targets at tight end, though the Commanders also might give Armani Rogers a look in obvious passing situations. Thomas is fifth on the team with 20 targets this year, averaging 3.3 catches for 26.5…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inefficient with five receptions

    Thomas secured five of his six targets for 19 yards during the Commanders' 25-10 loss to the Cowboys on Sunday.

    Analysis: Thomas played 74 percent of the Commanders' offensive snaps Sunday and led the team in receptions, but he was held under 20 receiving yards for a second consecutive week. The 31-year-old has had fairly consistent targets early in 2022, but he's secured 13 of 20 targets for just 106 yards and a touchdown over the first four weeks of the season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to five yards

    Thomas caught two of three targets for five yards in a 24-8 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.

    Analysis: Thomas finished with season lows across the board despite playing 65 percent of the offensive snaps on an afternoon in which Carson Wentz topped 40 pass attempts for a third straight week. Thomas had 87 receiving yards and a TD over the first two games, but Week 3 illustrated the danger of starting a player who seems to be a secondary target in his team's passing game even if he's running a lot of routes. There is some chance of the tight end getting more looks as the year progresses and he's…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first TD of season

    Thomas caught three of five targets for 37 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 36-27 loss to Detroit.

    Analysis: Thomas hasn't quite returned to his every-down role from 2020 and early 2021, but he did play 62 percent of offensive snaps in the season opener (with a 3-45-0 line on six targets) and then 73 percent in Week 2. He's back on the map as a fantasy option after an ACL tear last year, though his modest target share (12.9 percent) suggests there will also be some quiet games when Carson Wentz isn't so busy. Next up for Washington is a Week 3 home game against the Eagles.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 8:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees six targets Week 1

    Thomas secured three of six targets for 45 yards during Sunday's 28-22 win over Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Thomas saw ample involvement on offense in his first game since suffering a torn ACL last December, especially considering that no other tight end saw more than one target. He'll continue to operate as one the top receiving options for Carson Wentz alongside wide receivers Terry McLaurin, Jahan Dotson and Curtis Samuel heading into the Commanders' Week 2 game against the Lions.

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 7:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action Sunday

    Thomas (knee) is listed as active Sunday against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Thomas has made a speedy recovery from a Dec. 17 surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. It's unclear exactly what type of snap share he'll be able to handle in his first game action since Week 13 of last season, but John Bates and Armani Rogers are on hand at tight end to take on any work that Thomas cannot, while rookie fifth-round pick Cole Turner (hamstring) is inactive.

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play in Week 1

    Thomas (knee) is expected to play in Sunday's season opener against the Jaguars, despite being listed as questionable for the contest, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Official confirmation of the tight end's Week 1 status, either way, is slated to arrive once the Commanders' inactives are posted 90 minutes in advance of Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. If Thomas suits up, he'll provide new quarterback Carson Wentz with another viable option in the passing game. That said, it's unclear how much of a workload Thomas will handle while he makes his return from surgery to repair a torn ACL, a procedure he underwent Dec. 17. After Thomas, the Commanders have John…read more

    Published: Sat, Sep 10 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trending in right direction

    John Keim of ESPN.com relays that he's been told that Thomas (knee) -- who is listed as questionable by the Commanders -- is ready to play in Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The tight end, who is bouncing back from knee surgery that he underwent back on Dec. 17, was limited at practice this week, but he appears to be trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff. If Thomas does suit up, it remains to be seen how much of a workload he might see in Week 1, with John Bates also in the mix along with Armani Rogers and possibly Cole Turner (hamstring).

    Published: Sat, Sep 10 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to face Jacksonville

    Thomas (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Thomas missed all of training camp while finishing up his rehab from ACL surgery in December, but he seems to have progressed quickly since being activated from the PUP list Aug. 22. It nonetheless seems wise to treat him as truly questionable ahead of a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday, especially given that he managed only limited practices Wednesday and Thursday. If he does play, the 31-year-old tight end likely will share snaps with John Bates rather than handling his three-down role of years…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited in practice

    Thomas (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

    Analysis: Thomas has been limited in both of the Commanders' first two official Week 1 practices, making his status for Sunday's season opener versus the Jaguars iffy for the time being. The 31-year-old is working his way back from the a serious left knee injury he sustained last December, when he needed surgery to address a torn ACL in addition to MCL and meniscus damage. The fact that Thomas returned from the PUP list Aug. 22 suggests he won't be in store for an extended absence to begin the season,…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited on first injury report

    Thomas (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coming back from last year's mid-season ACL tear, Thomas was activated from the PUP list Aug. 22 and said Monday that he hopes to play Week 1 or 2. The Commanders didn't have much in the way of experience at tight end for most of the summer, but things look a bit better entering the opener against Jacksonville, with Thomas a limited participant and John Bates (calf) a full participant on the first official injury report of the season.

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncertain for Week 1

    Thomas (knee) said Monday he's uncertain whether he will suit up for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Jaguars, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas said he's working towards retaking the field "this week or next," so it's also possible Week 2 against Detroit could be his return target. The tight end is recovering from a torn left ACL, but he avoided starting the season on IR and thus looks to have a fair chance of missing less than four games. John Bates (calf) and Cole Turner (hamstring) also have been nursing lingering injuries, so Washington may not have much depth to fall back on if Thomas can't participate this weekend.

    Published: Mon, Sep 5 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play Week 1

    Thomas (knee) took part in 7-on-7 drills Wednesday, with head coach Ron Rivera suggesting afterward that the tight end could play Week 1 at Jacksonville, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

    Analysis: Rivera said Thomas' progression to 7-on-7s was "very important" and "another milestone," adding that "it gives him a chance" to be ready for the season opener. If so, Thomas presumably would be eased in with something less than his familiar every-down role, though an eventual return to that type of workload isn't out of the question given Washington's limited depth at tight end. Three of the team's backups, including John Bates (calf), missed the second week of the preseason with injuries.

    Published: Wed, Aug 24 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from PUP

    Thomas was activated from the PUP list Monday morning, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The 31-year-old tight end now is eligible to practice and figures to be eased in over the next few weeks. It's still unclear if he'll be ready for Week 1 against Jacksonville, coming back from December surgery to fix an ACL tear that reportedly was accompanied by meniscus and MCL damage. The Commanders are awfully banged up at tight end even behind Thomas, with converted college QB Armani Rogers getting most of the first-team snaps this preseason in the absence of Thomas, John Bates (calf) and…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on PUP

    The Commanders placed Thomas (knee) on the active/PUP list Tuesday.

    Analysis: Thomas had knee surgery Dec. 17 to address an ACL tear accompanied by MCL and meniscus damage. He resumed jogging in April, but it remains to be seen when he'll be able to practice fully and as a result it won't be any surprise if John Bates is the Week 1 starting tight end for Washington.

    Published: Tue, Jul 26 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not ready for practice

    Thomas (knee) is expected to land on the PUP list for the start of training camp, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Thomas had major knee surgery Dec. 17 and resumed jogging at some point in April. He didn't participate in offseason practices and won't be ready for the start of camp, with Week 1 also a major question mark given the tight end's revelation in April that he'd damaged his MCL and meniscus in addition to an ACL tear. John Bates is the favorite to start at tight end in the event Thomas isn't ready for the opener, and they could form a timeshare if/when they're both healthy.

    Published: Tue, Jul 26 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovery going well

    Thomas (knee) is progressing well in his recovery from a left ACL tear and has already resumed jogging, Ivan Lambert of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Thomas said "rehab is going very well" from his Dec. 17 surgery, and noted that his recovery is already "at the jogging stage." While it's positive that the starting tight end is currently "a little" ahead of schedule in his recovery, Thomas also revealed that his surgery was more extensive than previously disclosed. "I did ACL, MCL and both of my meniscus," Thomas said of the procedure. The severity and timing of Thomas' injury makes his status for Week 1 uncertain, so second-year pro John…read more

    Published: Fri, Apr 22 at 6:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Further testing reveals ACL injury

    Thomas (knee) has undergone further testing which revealed an ACL tear, John Keim of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Washington initially feared Thomas had suffered an ACL tear, but follow-up testing led the team to be optimistic the structural damage in his knee had not impacted his ACL. However, after he had already been placed on season-ending IR, further testing has now confirmed the severity of Thomas' injury, for which he's expected to undergo surgery shortly. As a result the tight end, who recently signed a three-year, $24 million extension, faces a more arduous recovery timeframe and may not be back…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 6:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially on IR

    Washington placed Thomas (knee) on injured reserve Wednesday, ruling him out for the rest of the 2021 season.

    Analysis: Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reported Monday that Thomas' initial MRI revealed that he avoided an ACL tear of his left knee, and while that hasn't been confirmed one way or the other, the tight end is evidently dealing with a serious enough health concern that he'll be done for the season after landing on IR for a second time. While Thomas was on IR earlier this season due to a strained hamstring, Ricky Seals-Jones averaged four catches for 38.4 yards and 0.2 touchdowns on six targets…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely done for season

    Washington is expected to place Thomas (knee) on injured reserve later this week, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Though the tight end reportedly received better results than expected after recently undergoing an MRI on the left knee he injured in Sunday's win over the Raiders, he's apparently still dealing with a serious enough of an injury to result on him landing on IR for a second time, which will end his season. Ricky Seals-Jones (hip) has been sidelined for three straight games with an injury of his own, but if available this weekend against the Cowboys, he would likely replace Thomas as Washington's…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still undergoing tests

    Thomas underwent an MRI on his left knee Monday that came back better than the team had hoped, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Although Washington initially believed that Thomas tore his ACL and MCL in Sunday's win over the Raiders, his initial MRI revealed that he didn't suffer an ACL tear. The 30-year-old will undergo further testing to help determine his diagnosis and still appears likely to miss time, but his early test results are slightly encouraging.

    Published: Mon, Dec 6 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely done for season

    Thomas "likely" tore his ACL and MCL during Sunday's victory over the Raiders, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. He caught three of five targets for 48 yards and a touchdown before departing with the knee injury.

    Analysis: Thomas will undergo more tests on his knee when his team returns home from Las Vegas, but the initial reports about Thomas' injury aren't promising. In the likely event Thomas is done for the season, Ricky Seals-Jones (hip) and John Bates will split the bulk of the work at tight end in some fashion.

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures knee, won't return Sunday

    Thomas has been ruled out of Sunday's game at Las Vegas due to an ankle injury.

    Analysis: At the end of an Antonio Gibson eight-yard run in the fourth quarter, Thomas was seen laying on the turf and clutching at his knee. Thomas proceeded to walk slowly to the sideline with a member of Washington's training staff and quickly was deemed unable to return. He'll finish Week 13 with three catches (on five targets) for 48 yards and one touchdown.

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No injury designation

    Thomas (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Las Vegas, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: The lack of designation comes as no surprise after Thomas took on six targets and a 77-percent offensive snap share in Monday's win over the Seahawks, his first action following a six-game stint on injured reserve. He's the likely No. 2 option for quarterback Taylor Heinicke behind wideout Terry McLaurin, especially with passing-down back J.D. McKissic (concussion) out this week.

    Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice Thursday

    Thomas (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas' reps were capped for the second day in a row, but Washington hasn't suggested that the tight end experienced any setbacks in his return from a six-game absence in Monday's 17-15 win over Seattle. He played 77 percent of the snaps in the victory and finished with three receptions for 31 yards on six targets, and he could be primed for a larger snap count Week 13 against Las Vegas now that the hamstring issue is a little further in the rear-view mirror.

    Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited in practice

    Thomas (hamstring) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas returned from injured reserve ahead of Monday's 17-15 win over Seattle and caught three of six targets for 31 yards while logging 66 snaps on offense (79 percent). Apart from a near-miss on a potential game-icing touchdown at the end, it was exactly what Thomas' fantasy managers hoped to see from him in his first game since Week 4. He should be ready for his usual three-down role this Sunday against a slumping Las Vegas defense.

    Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has touchdown overturned

    Thomas caught three of six targets for 31 yards in Monday night's 17-15 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Thomas made his return after missing six games due to a right hamstring injury. In his first action since Week 3, Thomas trailed only top wideout Terry McLaurin in targets. Thomas also narrowly missed out on a touchdown, having what was initially ruled a three-yard score overturned late in the fourth quarter. The tight end will aim to build on Monday's performance in Week 13 versus the Raiders.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated for Week 12

    Washington activated Thomas (hamstring) from injured reserve ahead of Monday's game against Seattle.

    Analysis: As expected, Thomas' six-game, seven-week absence from the lineup will come to an end Monday, though he's expected to be eased back into the mix with a more limited snap count than usual, per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Even so, Thomas is expected to start at tight end and see the bulk of the reps at the position, especially with Ricky Seals-Jones (hip), his main replacement in the lineup, listed as doubtful and not expected to play. Thomas was a top option in the passing game for Washington…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely on 'pitch count' Monday

    Thomas (hamstring) remains on track to be activated from injured reserve prior to Monday's game against the Seahawks, but Washington head coach Ron Rivera suggested the tight end will likely be on a "pitch count" in his return to the lineup, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Thomas, who opened the season as Washington's top tight end, has been sidelined for the past six games with a right hamstring injury, but he evidently displayed enough progress in his return to practice this week to gain clearance to play. Due to the missed time, Thomas likely hasn't had sufficient time to get fully conditioned, so Washington will manage his workload more carefully after he previously played every offensive snap in each of the Football Team's first three contests. With Ricky…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back Monday

    Thomas (hamstring) is expected to be activated from injured reserve ahead of Monday's game against the Seahawks, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Thomas has apparently looked good at practice since being designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, and he's expected to be back on the field for Week 12. The 30-year-old will have a limited snap count if he suits up, which could limit his fantasy appeal coming off the six-game absence. However, he'd still clearly be the team's best pass-catching option at tight end, especially with Ricky Seals-Jones (hip) listed as doubtful.

    Published: Sat, Nov 27 at 9:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play Monday

    Thomas (hamstring) went through position drills Friday and appears to have a shot to play in Monday's game against Seattle, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Thomas may have done more than just position drills, but that's what reporters saw during the media-access portion of Friday's session. The tight end was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, opening a 21-day window where he can be either activated to the roster or sent back to IR for the rest of the season. Thomas doesn't appear in danger of the second outcome, and it even looks like he may return before No. 2 tight end Ricky Seals-Jones (hip). With both players out last week,…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 26 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets green light for practice

    Washington designated Thomas (hamstring) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Thomas appeared close to rejoining his healthy teammates for practice both of the past two weeks, but he was relegated to working out on a side field after Washington elected to delay opening up his 21-day evaluation window. The Football Team seemingly believes Thomas is now ready to take the next step forward in his recovery from a right hamstring injury, and if he fares well in his return to practice this week, he could be an option to play Monday against the Seahawks. Ricky Seals-Jones (hip)…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to resume practicing

    Thomas (hamstring) is expected to be designated for a return from injured reserve during Week 12 prep, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Thomas hasn't yet been fully cleared, but his 21-day window to resume practicing is expected to open this week. The 30-year-old has been on IR since Oct. 6, and in early November he was spotted doing some work on a side field. With Ricky Seals-Jones (leg) injured and having missed Week 11, it would be a notable boon for Washington if Thomas is able to return in time to face the Seahawks on Nov. 29.

    Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 9:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not yet back on field

    Thomas (hamstring) doesn't appear to be practicing Wednesday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Prior to Wednesday's practice, Washington announced that reserve cornerback Darryl Roberts (quadriceps) had been designated to return from injured reserve. However, there was no such announcement for Thomas, who has been on IR since Oct. 6 but was spotted last week doing some work on a side field. He still hasn't been cleared for practice, and with fellow tight end Ricky Seals-Jones (hip) now injured, Washington may be down to John Bates, Sammis Reyes and a practice-squad promotion as its…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Works off to side Thursday

    Thomas (hamstring) was spotted working off to the side during Thursday's practice, but Washington has yet to designate him for return from injured reserve, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Until Washington designates him for return, Thomas won't be eligible to formally join the Football Team for practice. Given that Thomas has been sidelined since Oct. 3 with the sore right hamstring, Washington will almost certainly want Thomas to get a full week of practice in before deeming him ready for game action. With that in mind, Thomas can likely be ruled out from coming off IR ahead of Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, though a return Week 11 against Carolina could still be realistic.

    Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still has sore hamstring

    Thomas' hamstring remained sore following Monday's workout, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Monday's test was intended to gauge the state of Thomas' health, and he doesn't seem to be ready just yet to come back to the active roster. He can't officially take part in practice until Washington designates him to return from injured reserve, so he was contained to activity on a side field Wednesday. Head coach Ron Rivera further relayed Thomas will continue to be monitored as the week goes on, and the tight end's status will be determined by Friday. If Thomas isn't able to suit up Sunday…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to side work

    Thomas (hamstring) is working on a side field Wednesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: The activity represents a sign of progress for Thomas following three missed games and a Week 9 bye, but he still hasn't returned to practice and thus remains uncertain to play in Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. A report last week suggested Thomas would be designated to return from injured reserve soon, which will open his 21-day window to begin practicing and potentially rejoin the active roster. Ricky Seals-Jones has been filling in at tight end in an every-down role throughout Thomas'…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tests hamstring Monday

    Thomas tested his hamstring injury Monday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Thomas' practice window is expected to open this week. Assuming he feels good Tuesday, the 30-year-old likely will rejoin his teammates for practice Wednesday. If Washington designates Thomas to return from IR on Wednesday, he'll have a chance to suit up for Sunday's Week 10 matchup against Tampa Bay.

    Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practice window to open next week

    Thomas (hamstring) will have his 21-day window to return from injured reserve opened next week, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Thomas hurt his right hamstring Week 4 in Atlanta and has missed the past four games. Washington opted not to bring him back to the active roster prior to its Week 9 bye, but he seemingly will make his presence felt at practice again once the team reconvenes next week. Thomas' next chance to play arrives Sunday, Nov. 14 against the Buccaneers.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Spotted on side field

    Thomas (hamstring) was seen working out on a side field during Monday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: It's a sign of progress, though it doesn't necessarily mean Thomas is ready for a return to practice. Thomas has already spent the three-game minimum on injured reserve, and while he's technically eligible to return for Sunday's game against Denver, head coach Ron Rivera doesn't seem optimistic. Rivera used the term "week-to-week" to describe Thomas as recently as Monday, hinting that the tight end is unlikely to return before the Week 9 bye. The team has deployed Ricky Seals-Jones in an…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still considered week-to-week

    Coach Ron Rivera said Monday that Thomas (hamstring) is considered week-to-week, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Thomas is eligible to return to game action as early as Sunday against Denver because he's spent the last three weeks on injured reserve. However, it doesn't sound as though the 30-year-old's return is imminent. A better idea of Thomas' status should come into focus based on his status in practice this week, but Ricky Seals-Jones should continue to handle an increased workload Sunday if the 2014 fourth-rounder is unable to suit up.

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    Washington placed Thomas (hamstring) on injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: He's ineligible for the next three games, with Week 8 at Denver being the earliest possible date a for a return. Thomas injured his hamstring in the opening minutes of Sunday's 34-30 win over the Falcons, with his absence thereafter allowing backup Ricky Seals-Jones to play a career-high 62 snaps (93 percent share). Seals-Jones caught only two passes for 29 yards on four targets, and it's possible moving forward that he loses some playing time to youngsters John Bates and Sammis Reyes, or…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not at practice

    Thomas (hamstring) isn't practicing Wednesday, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Thomas' absence was fully expected, given that he's reportedly viewed as week-to-week after exiting Sunday's win over Atlanta in the first quarter. Ricky Seals-Jones filled in for Thomas as Washington's primary tight end but caught just two of four targets for 29 yards. Thomas is looking doubtful for the Football Team's Week 5 game against New Orleans.

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered week-to-week

    Thomas (hamstring) is considered week-to-week after he left Sunday's win over the Falcons, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Thomas was unable to return to Sunday's Week 4 matchup after exiting the game in the first quarter. His status for Sunday's Week 5 contest against the Saints depends on his participation in practice this week, but Ricky Seals-Jones and John Bates are in line for increased roles if the 30-year-old is forced to miss additional time.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out of Sunday's game

    Thomas (hamstring) won't return to Sunday's contest in Atlanta.

    Analysis: Thomas was visibly frustrated when he left the game in the first quarter. After having his right leg examined in the sideline medical tent, Washington has opted to shut him down for the rest of Week 4. In Thomas' stead, the team will turn to Ricky Seals-Jones and rookie John Bates at tight end.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up hamstring injury

    Thomas left Sunday's game in Atlanta with a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: Thomas limped to the sideline in the first quarter and had his right leg examined by team trainers before paying a visit to the blue medical tent, per Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post. As long as Thomas is out of the contest, Washington will have Ricky Seals-Jones and rookie fourth-rounder John Bates at tight end.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets into end zone late

    Thomas brought in all four targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in Washington's 43-21 loss to the Bills on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Thomas co-led the team in receptions alongside Terry McLaurin and took his fantasy performance up a notch with a garbage-time two-yard touchdown grab late in the fourth quarter. The veteran tight end thus far has shown solid chemistry with Taylor Heinicke through the signal-caller's two-plus games under center, and he's produced a 9-87 line with Sunday's score over the last two games. Thomas will look to continue ascending in a Week 4 matchup versus the Falcons on the road.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Five-catch effort in win

    Thomas brought in five of seven targets for 45 yards in Washington's 30-29 win over the Giants on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Thomas checked in third on the team in receptions, receiving yards and targets during the wild win, marking a second straight serviceable performance to open the season. Thomas had accounted for a touchdown on three catches in Washington's season-opening loss to the Chargers, and with a relatively inexperienced quarterback in Taylor Heinicke manning the controls of the offense for at least the next several games, the sure-handed tight end should continue to see his fair share of opportunities.

    Published: Thu, Sep 16 at 9:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores touchdown in loss

    Thomas caught all three of his targets for 30 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Washington as a whole mustered just 133 passing yards, with Thomas scoring the team's only touchdown on the day. The veteran tight end finished second in yardage and third in targets, but given the mundane offensive figures as a whole it's hard to really gauge where Thomas fits into the gameplan for future weeks. Ryan Fitzpatrick left Sunday's game early with a hip injury, which could mean Taylor Heinicke will be forced into action for future weeks, complicating the target share even further.

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches pass for 28 yards

    Thomas caught one of two targets for 28 yards in Friday's 17-13 preseason win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: The tight end took a short pass for 28 yards on the first snap of the game, with his second target being a third-down incompletion to end the opening drive. Signed to a three-year extension earlier this summer, the late-blooming Thomas enters his age-30 season locked in as Washington's starting tight end. He may even handle a three-down role again, though a repeat of last year's target total (110) seems unlikely after the team bolstered its WR room this offseason. Thomas will open his season…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 4:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks long-term deal

    Thomas is signing a three-year extension with Washington, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The two-year, $6.15 million contract Thomas signed last offseason ended up being a bargain for Washington, as the tight end entered the year with 317 career receiving yards before catching 72 passes for 670 yards and six touchdowns. Thomas did it on the strength of volume, with 110 targets in 16 games, but he also improved his efficiency after a rough start, producing 3.3 YPT in Weeks 1-5 and 7.2 YPT in Weeks 6-17. He averaged 5.3 catches for 51.3 yards over those final 11 games, then added…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 27 at 6:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expects continued development

    Thomas said earlier this month that he believes he'll continue to improve as he prepares for his fifth season of playing tight end, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The former college quarterback broke out for a 72-670-6 receiving line in his age-29 season after signing last offseason with a Washington team that had minimal talent at tight end. The team's offense has stiffer competition for targets this year, but Thomas' starting job appears secure, and it's reasonable to expect continued development given that he didn't start playing at tight end until 2017. This will also be the first time he's played in the same offensive scheme in back-to-back seasons,…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 30 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid showing in wild-card loss

    Thomas brought in five of nine targets for 74 yards in Washington's 31-23 wild-card loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night.

    Analysis: The veteran tight end followed up a career-best regular season with a strong showing in the season-ending loss, checking in third in receptions and receiving yards and second in targets. Thomas totaled between 63 and 101 receiving yards in four of his last six games including Saturday's contest, and he'll look to improve on 2020's 72-670-6 regular-season line during his 2021 contract year.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 9:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes regular season with TD

    Thomas had three receptions (six targets) for 37 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-14 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Thomas was able to hit pay dirt to salvage what would have been a lackluster finale to the regular season. The tight end saw his targets come back down to earth with the return of Alex Smith (six compared to 27 over the previous two weeks), but a trip to the end zone makes up for the dip in volume. The 28-year-old has handled his first full year of significant action well, posting 72 receptions, 670 yards and six scores as Washington's primary tight end this year. Thomas has put himself on the…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 1:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records seven receptions

    Thomas recorded seven receptions on 12 targets for 63 yards in Week 16 against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Thomas struggled to get going with Dwayne Haskins under center but showed good rapport with Taylor Heinicke late in the fourth quarter. After struggling to 15 yards with Haskins, Thomas recorded big gains of 19 and 12 yards with Heinicke under center. Thomas narrowly missed an even bigger performance, as he appeared to score a 10-yard touchdown that was nullified by a holding penalty. Nearing the end of a breakout campaign, Thomas will look to end the season strong in Week 17 against the Eagles.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 7:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career-best catch haul in loss

    Thomas secured 13 of 15 targets for 101 yards in Washington's 20-15 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

    Analysis: Thomas' eye-popping numbers were surprising to say the least, considering the 29-year-old nearly outpaced his single-season high of 16 receptions (2019) on Sunday alone. However, he fell just two yards short of the century mark two games ago against the Steelers, so the yardage tally wasn't anywhere near as unexpected. Thomas now has 31 targets over the last three contests, and he'll look to continue his chemistry with either Alex Smith (calf) or Dwayne Haskins in a Week 16 matchup against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes six catches in win

    Thomas caught six of seven targets for 43 yards during Sunday's 23-15 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Thomas led the team in targets, catches and receiving yards, though his average of 7.2 yards per catch was nothing to write home about. It did, however, continue a recent run of production that has seen Thomas make 19 catches for 161 yards and two touchdowns over the last three games. He's become a key cog in the offense of late and will look to maintain that role next Sunday against the Seahawks.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 7:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career-best showing versus Steelers

    Thomas caught all nine of his targets for 98 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 23-17 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Thomas set a new career high in receptions, hauling in everything thrown his way. Of course, the tight end's most impactful play was his 15-yard touchdown to tie the game in the fourth quarter. With a score in consecutive games now, Thomas is certainly trending in the right direction ahead of Week 14's matchup against the 49ers.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 5:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Grabs fourth TD in Dallas

    Thomas caught all four of his targets for 20 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 41-16 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: While he wasn't exactly stretching the field, Thomas was on the other end of Alex Smith's only TD pass of the afternoon, a five-yard strike late in the second quarter that put Washington up for good. The tight end has caught multiple passes in six straight games, hauling in three of his four touchdowns on the season during that stretch, but he faces a tough test in Week 13 on the road against the undefeated Steelers.

    Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shut down by Bengals

    Thomas caught two of five targets for six yards in Sunday's 20-9 win over the Bengals, adding one rush attempt for another two yards.

    Analysis: Thomas played 90 percent of offensive snaps and saw the second-most targets on the team during a game in which Alex Smith threw only 25 passes. Thomas will have a decent shot to bounce back in Week 12, facing a Dallas defense that he burnt for a 4-60-1 receiving line in the first 2020 matchup (Week 7) between the NFC East rivals.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 6:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season high in receiving yards

    Thomas caught four of six targets for 66 yards during Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Thomas set a new season high in receiving yards while tying his high mark for receptions. He tied for third on the team in targets and did most of his damage late in the game as his team strung together three straight scoring drives to draw even. Thomas now has 14 receptions on 20 targets over the last four games and will look to continue his steady emergence in a favorable matchup against the Bengals next Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to 28 yards

    Thomas caught three of six targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: The six targets were third most on the team, and the most Thomas has seen since Week 3. He played every single snap on offense for the first time this season, though he came pretty close a few other times. Even with the three-down role, Thomas is difficult to trust for fantasy purposes, playing in a subpar offense with a revolving door at quarterback. He'll catch passes from Alex Smith when Washington travels to Detroit for Week 10.

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 6:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full Thursday

    Thomas (ankle) practiced fully Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Bumping up from Wednesday's limited showing, Thomas has put himself into a position to be Washington's top tight end Sunday against the Giants, who have allowed 8.1 yards per target (eighth worst in the NFL) and two touchdowns to the position in eight games this season.

    Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by ankle injury

    Thomas was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coming off Washington's bye week, Thomas' ability to practice is a decent sign that he'll be able to suit up Sunday against the Giants. Still, his status should be watched closely over the next few days to ensure he can take on his usual share of the reps at tight end. Thomas has played at least 74 percent of the offensive snaps in each of Washington's first seven games.

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD for second straight game

    Thomas caught all four of his targets for 60 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 25-3 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Thomas finished second on the team in most major receiving categories and scored an impressive 15-yard touchdown in the second quarter. This was Thomas' second straight game with a touchdown, while he set a new season high in yardage and tied his best output of four receptions. He should be a key cog in the offense again in Week 9 against the Giants after the Football Team's Week 8 bye.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in full practice

    Thomas (neck) practiced fully Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: A DNP to kick off Week 7 prep, Thomas bumped all the way up to full capacity within one day, paving the way for him to serve as Washington's No. 1 TE this weekend. He has an exploitable matchup Sunday against a Cowboys defense that has allowed a 74.4 percent catch rate (eighth worst) to opposing tight ends this season.

    Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of practice Wednesday

    Thomas was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice due to a neck injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Serving as Washington's primary tight end this season, Thomas has yet to surpass 50 receiving yards in any given game. Still, he's had multiple catches on four occasions and two touchdowns through four games, so he has a bit of utility. Thomas will aim to fit in some practice by week's end.

    Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets into end zone Sunday

    Thomas brought in three of four targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in the Washington Football Team's 20-19 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: The journeyman tight end finally scored again after a four-game drought, making an impressive contested catch in the left corner of the end zone late in the first half. Thomas' yardage tally, modest as it was, qualified as a season high, and Sunday marked his first game with multiple receptions since Week 3. Thomas will look to carry over the momentum from Sunday's productive effort into a Week 7 home showdown against the Cowboys.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to one catch

    Thomas caught one of four targets for four yards in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: The switch to Kyle Allen (arm) at quarterback didn't help Thomas, nor did it help any of the Washington pass catchers. Allen actually played decently in the first half, but he left the game with an arm injury and never returned after the break. Thomas still has an every-down role, but his heavy target volume from the first three weeks of the season has dropped off, and he still isn't putting up efficient numbers with the chances he does get. The tight end will try to rebound Week 6 against the…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches only one pass

    Thomas played 93 percent of offensive snaps in Sunday's 31-17 loss to Baltimore, but he was limited to one catch for eight yards on four targets.

    Analysis: The snap share actually was a season high, though not much of a difference from Week 2 (91 percent) or Week 3 (86 percent). His receiving stats, on the other hand, were season lows across the board, with Thomas falling shy of seven targets and four catches for the first time this year. It does make sense that QB Dwayne Haskins would start to look toward other players, as his connection with Thomas hasn't been especially strong. The tight end has a 46.4 percent catch rate and 3.6 yards per…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 6:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 31 yards

    Thomas caught four of seven targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Browns, playing 85 percent of snaps on offense.

    Analysis: Thomas has finished first or second on the team in targets in every game this season, but it hasn't translated to consistent production, as he's now on pace for a 64-501-5 receiving line on 128 targets. If nothing else, his catch rate should improve as the year moves along, though efficient production may be too much to ask for in an offense with Dwayne Haskins at quarterback. Thomas is tied for the second-most targets (24) among tight ends, so he's at least on the map as a low-end fantasy…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 6:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Does little with high volume

    Thomas caught four of nine targets for 26 yards in Sunday's 30-15 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Dwayne Haskins again looked for his tight end often but wasn't quite on the same page as Thomas, and the duo's longest connection went for only 10 yards. It's still encouraging that Thomas has seen 17 targets through two games, and he could find success in Week 3 against a Browns defense that just let C.J. Uzomah (Achilles) and Drew Sample combine for 11 catches, 87 yards and a TD.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in targets

    Thomas caught four passes for 37 yards and a touchdown on a team-high eight targets in Sunday's 27-17 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Jeremy Sprinkle technically got the start at tight end, but he was limited to 40 percent of offensive snaps and zero targets, while Thomas was on the field for 74 percent of plays. Given his solid performance, Thomas figures to continue in his role as Washington's top pass-catching TE for Week 2 at Arizona, though he isn't a great bet to lead the team in targets again.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 7:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting atop depth chart

    Thomas is listed as a starter on Washington's initial 2020 depth chart.

    Analysis: This was fully expected after multiple reports out of training camp relayed that Thomas received most of the first-team snaps. He won't necessarily have a three-down role, but the 29-year-old does figure to see more targets than Jeremy Sprinkle and Marcus Baugh, potentially setting up a rare late-20s breakout. It wouldn't necessarily be the type of breakout that leads to mainstream fantasy value, but Thomas does have a good chance to set career highs in every major receiving category.

    Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Running with starters

    Thomas was the most heavily targeted player on the first-team offense at Tuesday's practice, coming away with five catches and a touchdown, Kyle Stackpole of the official team website reports.

    Analysis: Thomas has built up some hype throughout training camp, with Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post supporting the notion of the 29-year-old emerging as Washington's top tight end. A two-year, $6.15 million contract may seem modest, but it's a big investment relative to what the team spent on Jeremy Sprinkle (2017 fifth-round pick), Richard Rodgers (veteran minimum contract), Hale Hentges (UDFA) and Marcus Baugh (UDFA). It seems the Washington front office saw potential in the former QB last…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 25 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Working with pass catchers

    Thomas and Marcus Baugh worked with pass catchers during individual drills at Thursday's practice, while the other Washington tight ends were put in blocking drills, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Signed to a two-year, $6.2 million contract this offseason, Thomas is gearing up for a significant role in the Washington offense, perhaps becoming a starter for the first time in his age-29 season. That said, he won't necessarily handle a three-down role, and his new team is a good bet to land near the bottom of the league in cumulative TE targets. Thomas is an easy choice for fantasy managers interested in a Washington tight end, but in most cases the better option is to avoid the mess…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 20 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Removed from COVID list

    The Washington Football Team activated Thomas (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday.

    Analysis: When Thomas signed on the dotted line back in March, he joined a team devoid of depth at tight end, with Jordan Reed moving on after frequent concussions and Vernon Davis opting to retire. Aside from Thomas, the group currently includes Jeremy Sprinkle, Richard Rodgers and undrafted rookie Thaddeus Moss (foot), among others. That said, Thomas' start to camp was delayed due to his stay on the COVID list. Now cleared for action, he's coming off a 2019 campaign with the Lions in which he posted a…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 9 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID-19 list

    Thomas was placed on Washington's reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.

    Analysis: Thomas' placement on the list doesn't necessarily indicate that he has COVID-19, as the list was created by the league for players who either test positive for COVID-19 or who have been been in close contact with an infected person or persons. The 29-year-old is slated to compete for Washington's starting job at tight end.

    Published: Wed, Jul 29 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Eyeing top spot

    Thomas has a good chance to win Washington's starting job at tight end, according to Kyle Stackpole of the team's official web site.

    Analysis: The Virginia Tech quarterback turned 2014 fourth-round pick has drifted around the NFL as a backup tight end, with last season's 16-173-1 receiving line in Detroit representing a career-best performance. It may not sound like much, but Washington saw enough to give Thomas a two-year, $6.15 million contract, which is the largest commitment to any player in a tight-end room full of journeymen and undrafted youngsters. Coach Ron Rivera compared Thomas to Greg Olsen in terms of athleticism, and…read more

    Published: Thu, Jun 18 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets opportunity in Washington

    Thomas is signing with Washington, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Thomas will have a nice opportunity to earn playing time in Washington, where both Jordan Reed (free agent) and Vernon Davis (retired) have exited the picture at tight end. The team finished out 2019 with Jeremy Sprinkle and Hale Hentges atop its depth chart, while Thomas served as the No. 2 tight end in Detroit after T.J. Hockenson suffered a season-ending ankle injury. Thomas played quarterback at Virginia Tech from 2010 to 2013, so he's arguably still a work in progress as he prepares for…read more

    Published: Thu, Mar 19 at 7:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Career highs across the board

    Thomas, who caught one of three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's finale against Green Bay, finished the 2019 season with 16 catches (28 targets) for 173 yards and one touchdown in 16 games.

    Analysis: While Thomas has had a slow but steady transition from quarterback to tight end over the past few years, he modestly set career marks across the board in 2019. Some of that may be due to T.J. Hockenson (ankle) missing time, but in any case, Thomas at least showed himself to be a serviceable depth option who can catch a few passes when called upon. It remains to be seen if any team around the league will reward Thomas this offseason for his development, as the 28-year-old is set to be an…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 2 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fifth multi-catch game of season

    Thomas caught two of three targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 27-17 loss to Denver.

    Analysis: Thomas has seen a handful of targets each of the past few games with David Blough at quarterback, but the thrower's limitations have significantly capped the upside of all players in this offense. While Thomas wasn't a huge fantasy threat anyway, there's even less of a reason to trust a Lions tight end in fantasy without Matthew Stafford (back) steering the ship.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No catches on four targets

    Thomas failed to catch any of his four targets during Sunday's 38-17 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Thomas shared starting honors with Jesse James and actually wound up as the position leader in offensive snaps by a slim margin. However, Thomas wasn't able to bring down any of the passes that were sent his way, and he consequently laid his sixth goose egg in 15 games. Despite the increase in playing time he's experiencing in T.J. Hockenson's (ankle) absence, it's not reasonable to expect a whole lot from the tight end as long as he's catching passes from a backup-caliber quarterback in David…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • New season high in targets

    Thomas caught two of four targets for 21 yards during Sunday's 20-7 loss to Minnesota.

    Analysis: Despite T.J. Hockenson (ankle) going on injured reserve, Thomas wasn't in the starting lineup with Jesse James. However, he ultimately saw 40 offensive snaps and a season-high four targets compared to 38 and two, respectively, for James, so initially it's looking like Thomas, rather unsurprisingly, will be the bigger beneficiary of Hockenson's absence down the stretch. While Thomas has yet to top three catches or 25 receiving yards this season, he's only seen more than 20 offensive snaps on…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No targets on Thanksgiving

    Thomas was not targeted in the passing game during Thursday's 24-20 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: After Thomas logged a season-high 28 offensive snaps last week, it seemed like his role was expanding in the Lions offense. However, the banged-up T.J. Hockenson (shoulder/leg) commanded 11 targets from new quarterback David Blough on Thursday -- compared to zero for Thomas and Jesse James combined -- which, coupled with the dip in playing time, suggests otherwise. Thomas at least has the kind of receiving upside that James does not, but it will still be difficult to trust Thomas as anything…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • First touchdown in Lions uniform

    Thomas caught both of his targets for 24 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 19-16 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: With usual starter T.J. Hockenson nursing a shoulder injury, Thomas logged a season-high 28 offensive snaps en route to his second career touchdown. While No. 2 tight end Jesse James (32 snaps) logged more playing time, Thomas is the more polished receiver and is clearly the better bet for production. Unfortunately, the continued absence of Matthew Stafford (back) for Thursday's game against the Bears all but limits Thomas' upside to that of what he did this past weekend in Washington.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees more playing time than James

    Thomas was targeted once but did not record a catch during Sunday's 35-27 loss to Dallas.

    Analysis: Despite not making a dent in the stat sheet, it was a significant day for Thomas considering he saw more offensive snaps (22) than Jesse James (15) did. It's possible Thomas could be playing more thanks to his receiving skills in a post-Kerryon Johnson (knee) offense that can't establish the run, but in case that's not the explanation, it'll be interesting to see how an upturn in playing time could translate to his fantasy production, particularly whenever Matthew Stafford (back) is back in…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes two catches

    Thomas caught both of his targets for 19 yards during Sunday's 20-13 loss to Chicago.

    Analysis: The gap between Thomas (18 snaps) and No. 2 tight end Jesse James (28) was greater than it was last week when Thomas only saw one fewer snap, but Thomas was yet again the more impactful receiver of the two. The issue is that Thomas probably won't ever handle a large enough workload to be of fantasy relevance as long as T.J. Hockenson remains healthy.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Similarly involved as James

    Thomas caught one of two targets for 13 yards during Sunday's 31-24 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Thomas saw the line between the No. 2 and 3 tight end blur as much as it ever has Sunday when he logged 19 offensive snaps compared to 20 for Jesse James. Rookie T.J. Hockenson of course led the way with 46, but it's possible a change in offensive approach could be taking place without RB Kerryon Johnson (knee) around, as James has now set season lows in playing time in three consecutive weeks. It's also possible that James could be back to the clear No. 2 this time next week if it turns out…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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