- Brian Thomas
- #7
- Team JAX
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Brian Thomas Jr. aligned in the slot on a season-high 40.7% of his routes run in Week 13 against the Titans, his first game-action since the Jaguars acquired Jakobi Meyers prior to the trade deadline.
Updated Wed, Dec 24 at 11:41pm -
Disappears again
Thomas recorded two receptions on three targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 34-20 win over the Broncos.
Analysis: Thomas had shown some promising signs in recent weeks after underperforming for most of the season. However, he found opportunity hard to come by in Sunday's upset win, as he finished fifth on the team in targets. His longest gain went for only nine yards, and he was held to his lowest yardage total from scrimmage on the campaign.
Published: Sun, Dec 21 at 10:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Opens scoring in win over Jets
Thomas caught four of seven targets for 66 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 48-20 win over the Jets. He also rushed once for five yards.
Analysis: Thomas capped the opening drive with a four-yard touchdown catch. Trevor Lawrence threw four more touchdown passes, but each of those went to running backs. Jakobi Meyers had five more receiving yards than Thomas while tying for the team lead in targets, but both receivers have been productive the past couple games while catching passes from the locked-in Lawrence. Thomas will face a tough test in Week 16 against Patrick Surtain and the Broncos.
Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes splash plays
Thomas recorded three catches on six targets for 87 yards in Sunday's 36-19 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Jakobi Meyers led the Jaguars in targets, but Thomas delivered several big plays to pace Jacksonville in yardage. He made a particularly impressive one-handed catch down the right sideline late in the first quarter for a 39-yard gain -- his longest of the day. Thomas' other two catches went for 30 and 18 yards, giving him his highest yardage total since Week 6. While he's had a disappointing season, Thomas has a strong chance to remain on track heading into a favorable Week 15 matchup against…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 6:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in return
Thomas recorded two receptions on three targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 25-3 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Thomas returned from a three-game absence caused by an ankle injury, but his disappointing season continued. The Jaguars were able to rely relatively heavily on their run game while playing with at least a two-score lead for most of the game, but Thomas still finished tied for third on the team in targets. While he converted receptions of 17 and 11 yards, Thomas has now been held below 50 receiving yards in five of his nine games on the campaign.
Published: Sun, Nov 30 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice Thursday
Thomas (ankle) practiced fully Thursday.
Analysis: This past Sunday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network indicated that Thomas -- who last played in Week 9 -- had a good chance to return to action in Week 13 versus the Titans, and the wideout's return to a full practice Thursday paves the way for that to occur. In the eight contests he's been available for, Thomas has recorded a 30-420-1 line on 60 targets, a pace down from his strong level of output in 2024, yet enough to make the Jaguars' top WR worthy of fantasy lineup consideration in his looming…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 27 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Thomas (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: In reference to Thomas' chances of returning to action Sunday against the the Titans, coach Liam Coen noted Wednesday that the Jaguars will take it "day-by-day" with the wideout, who last saw game action in Week 9, per Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville. If Thomas remains out or is limited Sunday against the Titans, Tim Patrick would a candidate to log added Week 13 snaps alongside fellow WRs Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington.
Published: Wed, Nov 26 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Good chance for Week 13 return
Thomas (ankle), who won't play Sunday against the Cardinals, has a good chance to return to action in Week 13 versus the Titans, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Per Pelissero, Thomas -- who last played in Week 9 -- is getting close to a return after having logged limited three straight limited practices ahead of Week 12 action. In his absence versus Arizona, Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington and Tim Patrick are on track to lead the Jaguars WR corps.
Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Thomas (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Though Thomas was able to practice in a limited fashion this week, he'll still miss his third straight game. In Thomas' continued absence this weekend, Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington and Tim Patrick are in line to lead Jacksonville's Week 12 WR corps. Thomas' next chance to see game action will be Sunday, Nov. 30 against the Titans.
Published: Fri, Nov 21 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited in practice
Thomas (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Though Thomas has been on the field for five consecutive Jaguars practices, he's yet to advance beyond limited participation. With that in mind, Thomas may need to upgrade to full activity Friday to improve his chances of not missing a third straight game this Sunday in Arizona. If Thomas is able to move past the ankle sprain and suit up this weekend, he could be in line for plenty of targets with Travis Hunter (knee) out for the season and with top tight end Brenton Strange (hip) uncertain to…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 20 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited at practice
Thomas (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas was also limited at practice last week before being listed as questionable for this past Sunday's win over the Chargers, a game that the wideout was inactive for. Thomas -- who last saw game action in Week 9 -- now has two more chances to practice fully ahead of this weekend's game against the Cardinals. In his absence versus Los Angeles, Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington and Tim Patrick headed Jacksonville's Week 11 wideout corps.
Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out second straight game
Thomas (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Though Thomas was a limited participant in practice throughout the week, he ultimately didn't display enough progress in his recovery from a low-grade high-ankle sprain to avoid a second straight missed game. With Thomas sidelined, Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington will likely serve as Jacksonville's top two wideouts, and Dyami Brown and Tim Patrick could also see their profiles in the passing game expand.
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play Sunday
Thomas (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, is not expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Thomas logged a trio of limited practices this week as he tries to return from the ankle injury he suffered in a Week 9 win over Las Vegas. Despite the step forward in practice activity from the week before, Thomas still looks poised to miss a second straight contest to give his ankle more time to heal. Assuming Thomas is inactive, Parker Washington and Jakobi Meyers are likely to work as the Jaguars' top two wideouts, with Dyami Brown slated for the No. 3 role. Thomas' ability to practice…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 15 at 8:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable after limited practices
Thomas (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Thomas' questionable designation comes on the heels of three consecutive limited practices. If he returns from a one-game absence Sunday, Thomas would likely jump right back into a leading role in a Jacksonville receiving corps that also features Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington and Dyami Brown.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Thomas (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Fellow WR Parker Washington (hamstring) also was limited Thursday, with Friday's final injury report slated to reveal the duo's game statuses ahead of Sunday's game against the Chargers. Prior to being inactive Week 10, Thomas recorded a 30-420-1 line on 60 targets through eight contests.
Published: Thu, Nov 13 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in return to practice
Thomas (ankle) returned to a limited practice Wednesday, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Thomas didn't practice last week before being ruled out for this past Sunday's loss to the Texans, so his return to a limited session Wednesday offers hope that the wideout can play this weekend against the Chargers. However, unless Thomas is able to practice fully by Friday, he figures to carry a Week 11 injury designation. Meanwhile, fellow WR Parker Washington -- who has been targeted 26 times in his last three games -- missed Wednesday's practice due to a hamstring injury.
Published: Wed, Nov 12 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Sunday
Thomas (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans after not practicing this week.
Analysis: With Thomas out, newcomer Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington and Dyami Brown are in line to lead the Jaguars' Week 10 WR corps, with Tim Patrick and Austin Trammell available to mix in. Thomas' next chance to see game action will occur Sunday, Nov. 16 against the Chargers.
Published: Fri, Nov 7 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to miss Sunday's game
Thomas is in line to miss Sunday's game against the Texans due to his low-grade high ankle sprain, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Thomas didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday and now is trending toward being ruled out once the Jaguars post their final Week 10 injury report later Friday. In Thomas' looming absence, newcomer Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington, Dyami Brown (provided he clears concussion protocol) and Tim Patrick are slated to lead the Jaguars' WR corps this weekend.
Published: Fri, Nov 7 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Thursday
Thomas (ankle) wasn't present for Thursday's practice, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Thomas also logged a 'DNP' on Wednesday, with the wideout's ankle issue now his only listed injury ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans. Adam Schefter of ESPN previously noted that Thomas -- who is reportedly dealing with a low-grade high ankle sprain -- has a chance to play this weekend, but for that to be possible, he'll likely need to practice in some capacity Friday.
Published: Thu, Nov 6 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice Wednesday
Thomas (left ankle/shoulder) wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday, Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Thomas, who had been managing a shoulder issue, is now dealing with what Adam Schefter of ESPN describes as a low-grade high ankle sprain. Per Schefter, the wideout has a chance to play Sunday against the Texans, but Wednesday's absence now gives Thomas two more opportunities to practice before the Jaguars' Week 10 injury designations are assigned. With Thomas banged up, Travis Hunter (knee) on IR, Dyami Brown having sustained a concussion this past Sunday, and Tim Patrick (groin) also injured,…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 5 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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Nursing low-grade sprain
Thomas sustained a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's 30-29 overtime win over the Raiders, but the Jaguars are optimistic that he'll be able to play through the injury in Week 10 versus Houston, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Though high-ankle sprains almost always cause players to miss at least one game, Thomas appears to have a realistic chance at avoiding an absence since his injury looks to be of the mild variety. Even so, his practice activity will be affected this week. In response to seeing Travis Hunter (knee) move to injured reserve last week, Tim Patrick (knee) sit out Week 9 and Thomas and Dyami Brown (concussion) both exit that contest early, the Jaguars acquired Jakobi Meyers from the Raiders on…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 4 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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Hurts ankle prior to overtime
Thomas (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.
Analysis: Thomas sustained an ankle injury in the latter stages of regulation time against the Raiders and was deemed questionable to return at the start of overtime. Prior to the injury, Thomas caught three of five targets for 55 yards. Parker Washington is operating as the team's top wide receiver without Thomas, Travis Hunter (knee) or Dyami Brown (concussion) on the field.
Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Thomas (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Raiders after being limited in practice this week.
Analysis: With Travis Hunter (knee) on IR and slated to miss at least four games, the Jaguars will need all they can get from Thomas in the coming weeks, as he's slated to lead a WR corps that will also features Dyami Brown and Parker Washington. Through seven games, Thomas -- who caught 87 passes for 1,282 yards and 10 TDs as a rookie last season -- has logged a less impressive 27-365-1 line on 55 targets, but as long as he's not hampered too much by the shoulder issue he's currently managing, he should…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Reps capped in Thursday's session
Thomas (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Thomas was one of three Jaguars receivers who had his reps capped Thursday, with Travis Hunter (knee) and Tim Patrick (groin) joining him as limited participants. The second-year wideout has been using a harness to protect his injured right shoulder, but he still appears to be trending toward suiting up Sunday in Las Vegas. The Jaguars will reveal after Friday's practice whether Thomas carries an injury designation into the weekend.
Published: Thu, Oct 30 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited Wednesday
Thomas (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Ryan McFadden of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas practiced with a harness over his shoulder, apparently still dealing with discomfort after a Week 8 bye. It sounds like he's gearing up to play this Sunday in Las Vegas, but the injury could impact his performance even if it doesn't threaten his availability.
Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing with harness
Thomas wore a harness on his injured right shoulder during Wednesday's practice, Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Thomas said he's "getting better and better, day by day," though his shoulder apparently remains an issue after a Week 8 bye, potentially impacting his efficacy if not his availability. He played into the fourth quarter during a Week 7 loss to the Rams, but he was visibly in pain on multiple occasions and finished with season lows for snap share (66 percent) and route share (69 percent). The Jaguars play at Las Vegas this Sunday, facing a Raiders defense that's given up the fifth-most PPR…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Limited role in Sunday's loss
Thomas (shoulder) caught three of seven targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 35-7 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Despite the fact that the Jaguars were playing from behind pretty much the entire game, Thomas finished third on the team in targets behind Travis Hunter (8-101-1 on 14 targets) and Parker Washington (4-52-0 on 10 targets). Thomas checked in and out of the lineup in the second half due to what seemed to be multiple nagging injuries, and he was eventually removed completely due to an apparent right shoulder issue late in the fourth quarter. The second-year wideout will have the Jaguars' Week 8…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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Starts clicking with Lawrence
Thomas secured eight of 10 targets for 90 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 20-12 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.
Analysis: Thomas led the Jaguars' pass catchers across the board in receptions, receiving yards and targets, one-upping the then season-best 80-yard effort he'd posted against the Chiefs on Monday night. The second-year wideout also scored his long-awaited first touchdown of the campaign via a 21-yard grab late in the first quarter that opened the scoring on the afternoon. Thomas has started to find some equilibrium in his production over the last three games, and he'll aim to extend the momentum in a…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 12 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Team-high yardage total in win
Thomas secured four of six targets for 80 yards in the Jaguars' 31-28 win over the Chiefs on Monday night.
Analysis: Thomas finished as the Jaguars' leader in receptions, receiving yards and targets, holding the top spot in the middle category for the second consecutive week. His final catch of the night was the most critical, as he recorded a 33-yard grab on Jacksonville's game-winning drive and then drew a pass interference penalty that wiped out an interception four plays later. Thomas' yardage tally was also a new season high for the second-year wideout, who's yet to have his first true breakout effort in…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 6 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in win
Thomas finished with five receptions on seven targets for 49 yards while adding seven rushing yards on one carry in Sunday's 26-21 win over San Francisco.
Analysis: Thomas finished as the Jaguars' leading receiver in another low-volume passing day from Trevor Lawrence (21-for-31, 174 yards, one TD). The 22-year-old wideout gained seven yards on his second rushing attempt of the season, but he was unable to reproduce the trip to the end zone from his first attempt back in Week 1. The positive takeaway from this matchup was Thomas posting his first catch rate north of 50 percent (71.4) after suffering a bad case of the drops over his previous three contests.…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 7:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Provides splash play in win
Thomas secured two of six targets for 55 yards in the Jaguars' 17-10 win over the Texans on Sunday.
Analysis: Thomas endured another lackluster afternoon on a day when Trevor Lawrence continued to struggle with play-to-play consistency. However, the talented second-year wideout still managed to finish second in receiving yards on the afternoon for Jacksonville courtesy of a critical and team-long 46-yard catch with two minutes remaining to set up a game-winning 10-yard touchdown run by Travis Etienne on the next play. While the noteworthy reception propped up Thomas' fantasy day to an extent, he'll…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Clear for Week 3
Thomas (wrist) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game versus the Texans.
Analysis: Thomas has gotten off to a slow start this season, with five catches for 60 yards and no touchdowns on 19 targets through the first two games. A wrist injury is partly to blame, as coach Liam Coen revealed Monday, per Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union. Thomas proceeded to follow an FP/LP/FP practice regimen this week, during which Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union noted on Thursday that the wideout's wrist was "sore" following Wednesday's session. Thomas then relayed via…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 19 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice Thursday
Thomas (wrist) was limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Thomas was deemed a full participant Wednesday, so his limited session a day later is notable. However, it's possible that the listing is indicative of rep management as opposed to a setback, with Friday's final injury report slated to add further context regarding Thomas' availability for Sunday's game against the Texans, either way.
Published: Thu, Sep 18 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice
Thomas (wrist) practiced fully Wednesday.
Analysis: Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union previously reported that coach Liam Coen acknowledged Monday that Thomas approached Week 2 action with a wrist injury, but the wideout still managed to record a 94 percent snap share in Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Bengals. With a full practice under his belt Wednesday, Thomas is slated to face the Texans this weekend and in the process maintain his key role in the Jaguars passing attack. Through two games to date, Thomas has been targeted 19 times…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 17 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Played through wrist injury Week 2
Jaguars coach Liam Coen said Monday that Thomas entered Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Bengals nursing a wrist injury, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
Analysis: Thomas wasn't listed on Jacksonville's injury report leading up to Sunday's loss, so his wrist injury could have been sustained over the weekend. An injury would somewhat explain Thomas' inefficiency versus Cincinnati, as he secured just four of 12 targets for 49 yards during the narrow loss and at times seemed to visibly shy away from contact. Coen said Thomas "knows he needs to have a great week of practice," per Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville radio, so fantasy managers will need…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 15 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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Inefficient in Week 2 loss
Thomas secured four of 12 targets for 49 yards in the Jaguars' 31-27 loss to the Bengals on Sunday.
Analysis: For the second time in as many games to open the new season, the Trevor Lawrence-Thomas connection was in less than optimal form. The star wideout led the Jaguars in targets by a wide margin, but he was only third in receiving yards despite the abundance of opportunities. Thomas also saw Trevor Lawrence's trio of TD passes go to No. 3 receiver Dyami Brown and running backs Travis Etienne and Bhayshul Tuten, leading to another lackluster afternoon. Thomas' next opportunity to snap out of his…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in tough day
Thomas caught one of seven targets for 11 yards and took his only carry nine yards for a touchdown in Sunday's 26-10 win over the Panthers.
Analysis: It was a frustrating start to his second NFL season for Thomas, but he salvaged his day with a TD on an end-around in the second quarter. Better days will be ahead for the LSU product as the Jaguars adjust to new coach Liam Coen's scheme, but the 1-11-0 line is already worse than Thomas had in any game as a rookie. He'll look for bigger volume and better production on the road Week 2 against the Bengals.
Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Four targets in two possessions
Thomas caught two of four targets for eight yards in Sunday's 17-17 preseason tie against the Saints. He also rushed once for two yards.
Analysis: Thomas played two drives and worked as the top target for Trevor Lawrence over that span, especially in the absence of rookie wide receiver Travis Hunter (upper body). Expectations for Thomas are sky high after a 1,282-yard, 10-touchdown rookie regular season. The Jaguars will wrap up preseason play with a trip to Miami on Saturday.
Published: Sun, Aug 17 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays briefly in preseason opener
Thomas recorded one reception on two targets for eight yards in Saturday's 31-25 preseason loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: Like most of Jacksonville's top skill-position players, Thomas played on the first offensive possession before sitting out the rest of the game. He accounted for Trevor Lawrence's first completion of the game, though his most noteworthy moment of the contest came four plays later, when he was hit hard by Juan Thornhill while trying to make a catch. Thomas came away unscathed, and it remains to be seen if he'll suit up for any additional preseason contests.
Published: Sat, Aug 9 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice Thursday
Thomas (illness) returned to practice Thursday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas missed Wednesday's session due to an illness but was back one day later, giving him an opportunity to log some practice reps ahead of Saturday's preseason opener against the Steelers. Per Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville, coach Liam Coen indicated Thursday that he has no plans for any of his healthy players to sit out the contest, but it remains to be seen how much action key players such as Thomas will see this weekend.
Published: Thu, Aug 7 at 8:50am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with illness
Thomas will miss Wednesday's practice due to an illness and is considered day-to-day, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The illness is likely a non-concern for the regular season but could impact Thomas' availability Saturday if the Jaguars decide to use key players in their preseason opener against Pittsburgh. This is the first report of Thomas missing any time during training camp.
Published: Wed, Aug 6 at 6:34am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Thomas (shoulder) was a full practice participant Thursday, SI.com's John Shipley reports.
Analysis: He returned for the final offseason practice after exiting early a day before. With the shoulder injury confirmed to minor, Thomas should be a full go for the start of training camp, where he'll look to build on a phenomenal rookie season in which he caught 87 passes for 1,282 yards and 10 TDs on 133 targets. The Jaguars have a new coaching staff, led by Liam Coen, and a new-look WR room with Travis Hunter and Dyami Brown replacing Christian Kirk (Texans) and Gabe Davis (free agent).
Published: Thu, Jun 12 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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Dinged-up in practice
Thomas left Wednesday's practice with a shoulder injury but could've returned if the Jaguars had wanted him to, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas walked off the field with trainers but returned as an observer not long after. While he may be held out of the team's final offseason practice Thursday, it sounds like he'll be fine for the start of training camp in late July. Thomas has mostly been a late-first-round pick in early fantasy drafts after closing out his rookie season with six straight games of at least 76 yards and 10 targets. Second overall pick Travis Hunter will give defenses something else to worry about in the passing…read more
Published: Wed, Jun 11 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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Locked in as focal point
New Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said the team's passing game will run through Thomas, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: That much is clear; the real question is who else will catch passes from Trevor Lawrence on a regular basis. WR Christian Kirk (collarbone) and TE Evan Engram (shoulder) both are entering contract years without any guaranteed money remaining on their contracts, and WR Gabe Davis (knee) is coming off a disappointing season that ended early due to a meniscus tear. Thomas may be at the level already where competition doesn't really matter and teammates are competing with each other for targets…read more
Published: Tue, Feb 25 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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Tops 100 yards to close out year
Thomas caught seven of 11 targets for 103 yards in Sunday's 26-23 overtime loss to the Colts.
Analysis: The 23rd overall pick in the 2024 Draft closed out his rookie campaign in style, topping 100 yards for the third time in the last four games. Thomas benefitted down the stretch from the fact that Christian Kirk (collarbone), Gabe Davis (knee) and Evan Engram (shoulder) were all on the shelf, but he was also catching passes from Mac Jones and not Trevor Lawrence (shoulder). Thomas finished the year having compiled an 87-1,282-10 line on 133 targets, with the yardage figure leading all rookies.…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong close to campaign continues
Thomas recorded seven receptions on 10 targets for 91 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Titans. He added one rush for 18 yards.
Analysis: Thomas has been on an impressive run of production, particularly considering Mac Jones has been his quarterback. That continued Sunday, as he was the focal point of Jacksonville's passing attack and delivered long catches of 31 and 17 yards. He capped his performance with an impressive 11-yard touchdown reception midway through the fourth quarter to all but clinch victory for the Jaguars. Thomas has at least 80 receiving yards and/or a touchdown in six straight contests.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Tops 1,000 receiving yards
Thomas recorded nine receptions on 13 targets for 132 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 19-14 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: Thomas continued to see excellent volume with Mac Jones under center, with Sunday's performance marking his fourth straight with double-digit targets. He also continued to deliver splash plays, the highlight being a 62-yard catch and run into the end zone late in the third quarter. Thomas now has at least 76 receiving yards in all four games since Jacksonville's Week 12 bye while finding the end zone a total of four times. The performance also put him over 1,000 yards for the campaign.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 8:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Racks up 105 yards, two TDs in loss
Thomas caught 10 of 14 targets for 105 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 32-25 loss to the Jets.
Analysis: Thomas has proven capable of overcoming mediocre quarterback play as a rookie, accounting for both of Mac Jones' touchdown passes in this latest Jacksonville loss. The 23rd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft capped the opening drive with a three-yard touchdown catch and added a go-ahead 19-yard touchdown reception with 10:58 remaining in the fourth. Thomas topped 100 receiving yards for just the second time while posting the first multi-touchdown performance of his young career. He'll take a…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains bright spot
Thomas recorded eight receptions on 12 targets for 86 yards in Sunday's 10-6 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Thomas was one of the few players to get going in an ugly offensive showing from both teams. He delivered splash plays of 31 and 21 yards on the Jaguars' only touchdown drive of the game, setting up a rushing score for Tank Bigsby. Despite otherwise being limited to short gains, Thomas has at least 75 receiving yards and four receptions in each of his last three games.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches late TD from Jones
Thomas brought in four of 10 targets for 76 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 23-20 loss to the Texans on Sunday. He also rushed once for 11 yards.
Analysis: Thomas finished second on the Jaguars in receiving yards and targets to Parker Washington, and he rounded out his fantasy afternoon nicely with a late six-yard touchdown reception. The touchdown was Thomas' sixth overall and first since Week 8, and he's now compiled 158 receiving yards over the last two games while working with Mac Jones for a significant portion of that span. With Jones almost certainly drawing a Week 14 start in place of Trevor Lawrence (concussion) on the road against the…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 9:33am by Rotowire.com
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Paces receivers in loss
Thomas secured five of seven targets for 82 yards in the Jaguars' 52-6 loss to the Lions on Sunday. He also rushed once for four yards.
Analysis: Thomas actually managed to cobble together a solid performance despite the lopsided nature of the loss and the fact he was catching passes from Mac Jones instead of Trevor Lawrence (shoulder). The rookie wideout tied with Evan Engram for the team lead in receptions and targets while setting the pace in receiving yards, recording his highest totals in all three categories since Week 7. Thomas should have a good chance of having Lawrence back under center in a Week 13 home divisional battle…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared despite limited practices
Thomas (chest) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Lions, Mia O'Brien of 1010XL Radio reports.
Analysis: Thomas was limited in all three of Jacksonville's practices but will play through a chest contusion for a third consecutive game. Jacksonville's No. 1 wide receiver is a high-risk, high-reward fantasy option Week 11. Thomas has just 34 receiving yards over the past two games while playing through this injury and will be catching passes from backup quarterback Mac Jones on Sunday, but the Lions are allowing 199.1 receiving yards per game to wide receivers.
Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited in practice
Thomas (chest) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Since suffering a chest contusion in the Jaguars' Week 8 loss to the Packers, Thomas has been listed as a limited participant in eight consecutive practices. He hasn't missed any game action because of the injury, playing 90 percent of snaps in a Week 9 loss to the Eagles and 86 percent of snaps in a Week 10 loss to the Vikings. However, Thomas has been limited to a 4-36-0 receiving line on seven targets between those contests, and assuming he's cleared to play again this Sunday against the…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice Wednesday
Thomas (chest) was limited participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Gabe Davis (shoulder) was also limited, but with neither receiver reported to have suffered a setback in this past Sunday's 12-7 loss to the Vikings, both are seemingly tracking toward playing Week 11 against the Lions. Rather than chest injury, of greater concern to Thomas' fantasy outlook for Sunday's game against the Lions is the Jaguars' quarterback situation. Mac Jones --who completed just 14 of 22 passes for 111 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions in Week 10 -- will get another…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Week 10 loss
Thomas caught two of three targets for 12 yards during Sunday's 12-7 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: The rookie first-round pick played 86 percent of Jacksonville's offensive snaps but saw fewer than five targets for the third straight game. The Jaguars struggled to move the ball with Mac Jones under center, and Thomas' fantasy upside is likely to be limited while Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) is unavailable.
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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Ready to go Sunday
Thomas (chest) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings.
Analysis: The Jaguars listed Thomas as questionable for the second week in a row due to the chest contusion he suffered in a Week 8 loss to the Packers, but he'll once again suit up despite being a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday. In the Jaguars' Week 9 loss to the Eagles, Thomas' playing time wasn't affected -- he played 90 percent of the offensive snaps -- but he was contained to two catches for 22 yards on four targets. He should continue to see ample snaps as Jacksonville's…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to play Sunday
Thomas (chest), who is officially questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings, is expected to play, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas appears set to play through a chest issue for a second straight week, despite initial reports that emerged in the aftermath of him suffering the injury which suggested that he could miss 2-to-4 weeks. In last Sunday's loss to Philadelphia, the rookie wideout notched just two catches for a season-low 22 yards, but he logged a season-high 90 percent of the Jaguars' offensive snaps. Per Fowler, Gabe Davis -- Jacksonville's No. 2 wideout -- is also slated to suit up Sunday despite a shoulder…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 8:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Thomas (chest) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings after practicing in a limited fashion this week, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The same goes for Gabe Davis (shoulder) -- who was inactive Week 9 -- with Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville relaying Friday that head coach Doug Pederson noted that he was optimistic Davis would be able to play Sunday, while also commending Thomas, who continues to progress, for his "toughness" in fighting through his chest injury last weekend en route to logging a 91 percent snap share in the Jaguars' 28-23 loss to the Eagles. At this stage, it looks like Jacksonville is trending…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited Thursday
Thomas (chest) remained limited in practice Thursday.
Analysis: Thomas also was limited Wednesday, so he'll presumably need to practice fully Friday in order to approach Sunday's game against the Vikings without an injury designation. While playing through his chest issue in a Week 9 loss to the Eagles, Thomas was on the field for 91 percent of the Jaguars' snaps on offense en route to catching two of his four targets for 22 yards. Friday's final injury report will reveal whether Thomas heads into the weekend with an injury designation, but assuming his…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in Wednesday's practice
Thomas (chest) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas played through the chest contusion in the Jaguars' Week 9 loss to the Eagles, but he was held to a career-low 22 receiving yards. If the standout rookie can upgrade to full participation Thursday or Friday and avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Vikings, it could portend a return to his previous level of production. Thomas averaged 71.6 receiving yards per game and caught five touchdown passes over his first eight NFL games.
Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet game Sunday
Thomas had two receptions (four targets) for 22 yards in Sunday's 28-23 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Thomas saw his production take a hit in Week 9 following a pair of outings with 60-plus yards and a touchdown in each. The 2024 first-round selection has still been a strong fantasy asset with 35 receptions, 595 yards and five touchdowns through nine contests this season. Thomas will look to resume his scoring ways in next Sunday's matchup against Minnesota.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 10:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Active as expected in Week 9
Thomas (chest) is active for Sunday's Week 9 game against the Eagles.
Analysis: The star rookie practiced in a limited fashion all week and was believed to be trending toward active status, which now is official. Thomas will have a chance to enjoy his largest target opportunity share yet, considering Christian Kirk (IR, collarbone) and Gabe Davis (inactive, shoulder) are unavailable and Jacksonville could well have to eventually adopt a pass-heavy approach in a game in which it's a significant road underdog.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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Lining up to play Sunday
Thomas (chest) is listed as questionable but expected to play Sunday against the Eagles, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Barring a setback in pregame warmups, Thomas should be officially cleared to play upon the release of the Jaguars' inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. Thomas was one of three Jacksonville receivers to emerge from the Week 8 loss to the Packers with an injury, as he was forced out in the second half with a chest contusion. The rookie was then a limited participant in practice throughout Week 9 prep before head coach Doug Pederson characterized him as a game-time decision…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 4:43am by Rotowire.com
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Game-time decision against Eagles
Thomas (chest) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Analysis: Thomas and Gabe Davis (shoulder) both carry questionable designations, while Christian Kirk (collarbone) is unsurprisingly ruled out due to what's expected to be a season-ending injury. Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Thomas is less than 100 percent healthy and will be a game-time decision, per Mia O'Brien of 1010 XL Radio.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Thomas (chest) remained limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: As did Gabe Davis (shoulder), which puts the focus on what the duo is able to do at practice Friday in terms of the composition of the Jaguars' Week 9 wideout corps, which will be without Christian Kirk, who is is out for the season with a collarbone injury. Thomas will presumably need to practice fully Friday in order to approach Sunday's game against the Eagles without an injury designation.
Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Manages limited practice
Thomas (chest) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: Thomas' ability to practice in any fashion is a good sign just three days after he made an early exit from Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Packers. Early reports suggested Thomas may have suffered a multi-week injury in the Week 8 loss, but head coach Doug Pederson called the rookie day-to-day after an MRI revealed nothing more than a contusion. Thomas thus has a chance to play this Sunday at Philadelphia, as does fellow wideout Gabe Davis (shoulder), while Christian Kirk (collarbone) is out for the…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Called day-to-day by coach
Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said Monday that Thomas is day-to-day after he was diagnosed with a chest contusion following an MRI, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas was initially reported to be in danger of missing 2-to-4 weeks by Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com, but MRI results now revealed that the rookie first-round pick may have avoided a more severe injury. That's one piece of crucial good news for Jacksonville's receiver corps, after Christian Kick (collarbone) was diagnosed with a season-ending fracture and No. 3 wideout Gabe Davis (shoulder) also was forced out of Sunday's loss to the Packers early. Pederson said Thomas may have a chance to suit…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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Could miss 2-to-4 weeks
Thomas (chest) is in danger of missing 2-to-4 weeks due to a chest injury sustained during Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Packers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Thomas is slated for further scans Monday, which will reveal the full severity of his injury, but it looks like the standout rookie is trending toward sitting out at least Week 9 against the Eagles and Week 11 versus the Vikings. With Christian Kirk (collarbone) out for the season due to a fracture sustained Sunday and Gabe Davis (shoulder) also having logged an early exit versus Green Bay, Thomas' injury comes at a particular brutal time for Jacksonville's pass-catching corps. Parker…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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Headed for MRI
Thomas (chest) will undergo an MRI on his ribs Monday as the Jaguars look to determine his status for their Week 9 game against the Eagles, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The standout rookie played only 29 snaps in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Packers before exiting in the second half with what the Jaguars termed a chest injury, finishing with three catches for 60 yards and a touchdown on four targets. Thomas will get checked for a potential rib fracture Monday, putting his availability for Week 9's contest in jeopardy. The 22-year-old was one of three Jaguars receivers to suffer injuries in the contest, as Christian Kirk (collarbone) and Gabe Davis (shoulder)…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 6:27am by Rotowire.com
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Leaves Sunday's game
Thomas exited Sunday's game against the Packers after sustaining a chest injury.
Analysis: Prior to leaving the game, Thomas caught three of his four targets for 60 yards and a TD. With Gabe Davis dealing with a shoulder issue, Christian Kirk, Parker Washington and Tim Jones are available to handle the Jaguars' WR duties against Green Bay.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in win
Thomas secured all five targets for 89 yards and a touchdown and rushed twice for two yards in the Jaguars' 32-16 win over the Patriots on Sunday in London.
Analysis: The rookie wideout tied or set the pace for the Jaguars in receptions, receiving yards and targets. He also was the only Jacksonville pass catcher to find the end zone, recording a six-yard grab early in the second quarter for his third touchdown in the last four games. Despite Trevor Lawrence's struggles at times this season, Thomas has found a way to remain productive on most weeks and once again figures to be heavily involved in a Week 8 home matchup against the Packers.
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Held in check in London
Thomas recorded three receptions for 27 yards on six targets in Sunday's 35-16 loss to the Bears in London.
Analysis: Though he played 49 of the Jaguars' 62 offensive snaps for a season-high 79 percent snap share, Thomas finished with the lowest yardage total of his rookie campaign. His fantasy line would have looked more palatable had he not dropped a wide-open touchdown midway through the fourth quarter, with quarterback Trevor Lawrence ultimately finding Gabe Davis for a five-yard score later in the drive. Despite the subdued performance, Thomas continues to see enough playing time and involvement in the…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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Another long TD in win
Thomas brought in five of eight targets for 122 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 37-34 win over the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: The rookie continued to make splash plays and build chemistry with Trevor Lawrence, who put together a season-best effort in the high-scoring victory. The duo connected on an 85-yard catch and run just past the midway point of the second quarter to extend his touchdown streak to two games. Thomas' yardage total was also a team- and career-high figure, and he also set the pace for the Jaguars in targets on the afternoon. Thomas will be poised to once again play a pivotal role when the Jaguars…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in TD against Houston
Thomas caught six of nine targets for 86 yards and a touchdown and added 13 rushing yards on one carry in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Texans.
Analysis: The rookie led the Jaguars in receiving yards on the day, and his performance was highlighted by a two-yard TD grab in the first quarter after a muffed punt by Houston. Thomas has had a very productive start to his NFL career, putting together a 17-275-2 line on 26 targets over four games, and his role in the passing game is on the rise heading into a Week 5 clash with the Colts.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches five passes in blowout loss
Thomas secured five of nine targets for 48 yards during Monday's 47-10 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: The rookie first-round pick finished second on the team in targets, receptions and receiving yards, but that didn't amount to much production given the overall ineffectiveness of Jacksonville's offense. Thomas has been fairly productive through his first three NFL games with 11 catches for 189 yards and one touchdown.
Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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Showcases big-play ability
Thomas recorded two receptions on four targets for 94 yards in Sunday's 18-13 loss to the Browns.
Analysis: Gabe Davis and Brenton Strange surprisingly led the Jaguars in targets, but Thomas made the most of his two catches to lead the team in yardage. He recorded two of the team's four longest gains from scrimmage, first with a 66-yard catch late in the third quarter. Thomas followed that up with a 28-yard reception to set Jacksonville up with a chance to win the game in the final seconds. Thomas has seen four targets in each of his first two games. That's modest volume, though he's already clearly…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 6:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in NFL debut
Thomas brought in all four targets for 47 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 20-17 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: Thomas finished as the team leader in receptions and tied for first in targets as well while qualifying as the runner-up in receiving yards. The explosive rookie also recorded his first NFL touchdown on an impressive catch against standout cornerback Jalen Ramsey from 14 yards out just past the midway point of the second quarter. Thomas already looks to have solid chemistry with Trevor Lawrence, but he'll have another steep challenge against the Browns' talented secondary Week 2.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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One target from Lawrence
Thomas brought in his only target for 38 yards in Friday's 31-0 preseason win over Atlanta.
Analysis: Thomas played on a pair of offensive drives, both of which came with Trevor Lawrence. Though he was targeted only once, Thomas did showcase his big-play ability while making a long catch before turning up the field to pick up an additional 20 yards. He has seemingly cemented himself as a starting outside receiver opposite Gabe Davis with Christian Kirk operating primarily out of the slot heading into a Week 1 matchup against Miami.
Published: Fri, Aug 23 at 7:45pm by Rotowire.com
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One catch in preseason win
Thomas brought in his only target for 14 yards in the Jaguars' 20-7 preseason win over the Buccaneers on Saturday night.
Analysis: The rookie first-round pick recorded his one grab on the second possession, a 17-play drive that culminated in a touchdown. Thomas is averaging 27.5 yards per catch on his two preseason grabs thus far, and it remains to be seen if he'll receive any playing time in the road preseason finale against the Falcons on Friday night.
Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Chunk play on one catch Saturday
Thomas secured one of two targets for 41 yards in the Jaguars' 26-13 preseason win over the Chiefs on Saturday night.
Analysis: One play after his first target from C.J. Beathard fell incomplete, Thomas and the journeyman signal-caller connected on a 41-yard completion down the left side late in the first quarter. It was an auspicious start to the rookie first-round pick's on-field NFL career, and the play offered a glimpse of the talent that could enable Thomas to eventually make a push for the Jaguars' No. 2 receiver job.
Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 8:30pm by Rotowire.com
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