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No practice Wednesday Thomas (ankle) didn't take part in practice Wednesday.

Impact Thomas was listed as limited on the first two Week 14 injury reports before a full session last Friday cleared him to play this past Sunday at Philadelphia. He remained Taysom Hill's clear-cut No. 1 receiver, hauling in all eight targets for 84 yards. With a downgrade in activity to begin this week, Thomas may just have received a maintenance day for the ankle that his hindered him for most of the campaign. Still, his status -- along with Drew Brees (ribs), who was designated to return from IR on Wednesday -- will be one to monitor closely as the weekend approaches.

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Leading receiver in loss Thomas caught all eight of his targets for 84 yards in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Eagles.

Impact It was a typically efficient line for Thomas as he led the Saints in catches and receiving yards. He's posted a 30-343-0 line on 37 targets over the four games started by Taysom Hill, but even if Drew Brees (ribs) is able to return in Week 15, Thomas figures to see heavy volume again as New Orleans hosts Patrick Mahomes and the high-octane Kansas City offense.

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy to face Eagles Thomas (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Philadelphia.

Impact Thomas was a limited practice participant Wednesday and Thursday before upgrading to full on Friday. He's the only guy on the Saints who has seen consistent target volume with Taysom Hill at quarterback, averaging 7.3 catches for 86.3 yards the past three weeks. Thomas could face shadow coverage from CB Darius Slay on Sunday, but that's not the same challenge it might have been a few years ago. DK Metcalf and Davante Adams feasted on Slay in Weeks 12 and 13, respectively.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited practice Thursday Thomas (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Again, Thomas' practice reps were capped this week, the residual effect of the ankle injury that sidelined him for six games earlier this season. His availability for game day isn't really in question, but he still could receive a designation on Friday's injury report. In any case, with Taysom Hill expected to start a fourth straight contest Sunday at Philadelphia, Thomas will look to continue his rapport with the signal-caller, which has resulted in two 100-yard efforts (but no touchdowns) so far.

DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gets in limited practice Thomas (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Impact The Saints opened their first session of Week 14 without Thomas on the field, but he must have made an appearance at some point to emerge with a cap on his reps. An ankle injury continues to be the culprit for his limitations in practice. Still, Thomas has been in top form in three games with Taysom Hill under center, racking up 22 catches (on 29 targets) for 259 yards and no touchdowns.

DECEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not seen at practice Wednesday Thomas (undisclosed) wasn't spotted at the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Katherine Terrell of The Athletic reports.

Impact Thomas has carried an ankle injury into December, so he may be receiving some extra treatment on the region, or the Saints could be giving him a maintenance day. Whatever the case, the team will reveal his activity level and cause for any limitations upon the release of Wednesday's practice report.

DECEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dominates target share Week 13 Thomas secured nine of 11 targets for 105 yards during Sunday's 21-16 win against the Falcons.

Impact Thomas has now posted two nine-catch, 100-plus-yard receiving performances against the Falcons over his past three games appearances. Sandwiched between was a four-catch, 50-yard Week 12 letdown against the Broncos, but there has nevertheless been a revival in recent appearances from the two-time All-Pro. In his first two games back from ankle and hamstring injuries Weeks 9 and 10, Thomas managed only seven combined catches for 78 yards. His fantasy outlook will likely only improve if Drew Brees (ribs) is able to return Week 14 for a matchup against the Eagles. Taysom Hill threw for 232 yards and two scores against the Falcons, but he's still averaging just 18 completions per game with two total pass TDs over three starts.

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Clear for Week 13 Thomas (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest at Atlanta.

Impact Thomas followed up back-to-back limited listings on Saints injury reports with all activity to wrap up Week 13 preparations, setting the stage for him to play Sunday. He'll look for his second 100-yard outing of the season against a Falcons defense that has conceded a league-worst 9.5 yards per target to wide receivers this season.

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited at Thursday's practice Thomas (ankle) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Impact Thomas' practice reps continue to be impacted by the high-ankle sprain that he suffered in the season opener and sidelined him from Weeks 2 through 8. Still, he's been able to log a substantial snap count for four consecutive games and has been productive with Taysom Hill under center, racking up 13 catches (on 18 targets) for 154 yards over the last two contests. Friday's practice report could pave the way for Thomas to serve in his usual capacity Sunday in Atlanta.

DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited practice Wednesday Thomas (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday.

Impact In two games with Taysom Hill under center, Thomas has gathered in 13 of 18 targets for 154 yards and no touchdowns. Hill has yet to throw a touchdown pass as a professional, but at least Thomas is getting volume with Drew Brees (ribs) on injured reserve. Thomas will look to increase his activity level as the weekend approaches.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Records four catches in Denver Thomas secured four of his six targets for 50 receiving yards during Sunday's 31-3 win against the Broncos.

Impact Thomas consumed 42.9 percent of the team's target share on a low-volume passing day, but that wasn't enough to secure the two-time All-Pro a second consecutive profitable outing. He enjoyed a nine-catch, 104-yard performance last Sunday in a 24-9 win against the Falcons but has otherwise averaged only 42.7 receiving yards per game since his Week 9 return from ankle and hamstring injuries. Thomas will face the Falcons for the second time in three outings Week 13, with Taysom Hill likely slotting in as his quarterback again.

NOVEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Week 12 Thomas (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Denver.

Impact The Saints continue to monitor his practice reps after Thomas missed a large chunk of the season with ankle and hamstring injuries. He saw 12 targets on Taysom Hill's 23 pass attempts last week against the Falcons, but it's possible the run-first offense with Hill at quarterback eventually has a negative impact on Thomas' receiving usage.

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited again Thursday Thomas (ankle) was limited in practice Thursday.

Impact The Saints have placed a cap on Thomas' practice reps this week, likely with maintenance of his left ankle in mind. He'll aim to up his activity level enough to steer clear of an injury designation for Sunday's contest in Denver, whose defense has yielded 12 touchdowns to wide receivers (tied for ninth most) this season.

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Tending to ankle issue Thomas (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Impact Thomas missed six games between Weeks 2 and 8 due to a high left ankle sprain, so his activity level Wednesday may have been capped for maintenance reasons. In three contests since he returned to action, he only resembled his usual self this past Sunday against the Falcons, gathering in nine of 12 targets for 104 yards. As long as he ditches his designation in time for a Week 12 matchup with the Raiders, Thomas will have a great chance to repeat the feat against a defense that has given up 8.7 YPT to wide receivers (11th worst in the NFL) this season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gets right against Falcons Thomas secured nine of 12 targets for 104 receiving yards during Sunday's 24-9 win against Atlanta.

Impact At last, invested fantasy GMs have been rewarded with a big game from Thomas. After setting an NFL record with 149 receptions during 2019, he missed six games between Weeks 2 and 8 of this season due to ankle and hamstring injuries, contributing only seven receptions for 78 total yards in Weeks 9 and 10 upon his return. Incredibly, despite all the time missed, he still set an NFL record with his 482nd career reception Sunday -- the most ever for a player within his first five seasons. He dominated the workload against Atlanta, more than doubling the targets of New Orleans' No. 2 option, Emmanuel Sanders. With Taysom Hill in line to be his QB for a second consecutive game, Thomas heads into a Week 12 matchup against the Broncos' 14th-ranked pass defense.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Catches two of seven targets Thomas caught two of seven targets for 27 yards during Sunday's 27-13 win over the 49ers.

Impact Thomas received his highest target total of the season but made just one catch with Drew Brees (ribs) at the helm in the first half. Brees did not play in the second half after picking up an injury and Thomas couldn't consistently get on the same page as Jameis Winston, who was less than stellar in relief. All in all, it was another disappointing performance from the star wideout, who has totaled just 95 yards on 10 receptions (18 targets) in three games played this season. Next Sunday's matchup with the Falcons will be Thomas' most favorable so far this season, but he could fail to take full advantage if Winston is under center.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Clear for Sunday Thomas (ankle/hamstring) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact With an uncapped session finally under his belt, Thomas is poised to be the primary pass-catching weapon for the Saints, which translated to 11.6 targets per game last season. He has a great chance to produce this weekend versus a San Francisco defense that has surrendered 156.1 receiving yards per game and 12 touchdowns to wide receivers in nine contests this season.

NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gets in another limited practice Thomas (ankle/hamstring) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Thomas has yet to elevate to all activity in practice, which may need to happen for the Saints to unleash him fully for game action. In his first appearance since Week 1 this past Sunday at Tampa Bay, he tallied five catches (on six targets) for 51 yards on a 55-percent share of the snaps on offense. Aside from his health, game flow also may determine how much Thomas can handle on a weekly basis.

NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Wednesday Thomas (ankle/hamstring) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayunereports.

Impact In his return this past Sunday for the first time since Week 1, Thomas logged an abnormal 55 percent share of the offensive snaps (40 of 73), but he still hauled in five of six targets for 51 yards in the 38-3 rout of the Buccaneers. For the time being, the Saints may opt to hold Thomas back until he's 100 percent, which could be forecast if he logs a full practice at some point this week. However, his reps were capped Wednesday, so fantasy managers should keep a close eye on him as the weekend approaches.

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team with 51 yards in return Thomas (ankle/hamstring) caught five of six targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 38-3 win over the Buccaneers.

Impact Thomas finally made his long-awaited return from multiple leg injuries and a team-issued suspension, reclaiming his spot atop the receiving box score. The production was modest due to the combination of Drew Brees spreading the ball around to 12 different receivers and a one-sided affair that let the offense take its foot off the gas in the second half. The key for Thomas owners is that the wideout did not appear to suffer any setbacks to his lower body. The star wideout will look to return to putting up monster numbers in a favorable matchup against the Panthers' middle-of-the-road defense.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Making first appearance since Week 1 Thomas (ankle/hamstring) is active for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Impact For the first time since the season opener, Thomas is back in the Saints' lineup after six games missed due to first a left ankle injury, and subsequently, a Grade 1 hamstring strain. It'll be interesting to see the breakdown of targets between Thomas and Alvin Kamara, but the former will be facing a Bucs defense that has allowed 7.9 yards per target and six touchdowns to wide receivers (both top 10 toughest in the NFL) in eight contests this season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Trending toward active status Thomas (ankle/hamstring) should be able to play Sunday against the Buccaneers, barring a setback during a pregame workout, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact The report notes that the star wideout, who hasn't suited up since Week 1, "had a good and active week of practice," which sets the stage for Thomas to return to the mix for an NFC South showdown between the 5-2 Saints and 6-2 Buccaneers. Final confirmation of his Week 9 status won't arrive until inactives are announced approximately 90 minutes in advance of the 8:20 p.m. ET contest. While Thomas looks set to give it a go, cautious fantasy managers might want to consider stashing an alternative option from the Saints, Buccaneers or either of the two teams playing Monday (Patriots and Jets) just in case.

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Should be ready for Sunday Thomas (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable, but he appears on track to play in Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, according to Katherine Terrell of The Athletic.

Impact While he never returned to full practice participation, Thomas did make it through limited sessions Wednesday-Friday without any report of a setback. Fantasy managers should continue to keep an eye on the situation, which could get dicey if the Saints treat Thomas as a game-time decision before their 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. It sounds like it may not come to that, but we don't know for sure just yet.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 9 Thomas (ankle/hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay.

Impact Thomas was a limited practice participant throughout the week, and while we'd ideally like to see at least one full session, he seemingly has a decent shot to make his first game appearance since Week 1. If that happens, Thomas will face one of the top defenses in the league, led by cornerbacks Carlton Davis, Jamel Dean and Sean Murphy-Bunting. An 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff could make things tricky for fantasy managers if Thomas' availability comes down to a game-time decision, something that appears reasonably likely at this point.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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