Ravens release WRs Andy Isabella and Mike Thomas, claim WR Makai Polk off waivers
The Baltimore Ravens have released wide receivers Andy Isabella and Mike Thomas and claimed receiver Makai Polk off waiversJULY 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Ravens WR Mike Thomas separates shoulder Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Mike Thomas might require surgery after separating his shoulder during organized team activities on Wednesday...
MAY 24, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Retained by Baltimore The Ravens signed Thomas to a reserve/future contract Monday, Ryan Mink of the team's official site reports.
Impact Thomas joined Baltimore's practice squad Dec. 20 almost exactly one month after he was waived by the Bengals. Over the past three years with Cincinnati, the 28-year-old caught 20 of 42 targets for 222 yards and a touchdown in 36 regular-season games. The veteran wideout never received an elevation from the Ravens' practice squad even though starting wideouts Rashod Bateman (foot) and Devin Duvernay (foot) both finished the season on IR. Thomas will likely try to work his way onto the active roster as a potential core special-teamer heading into the 2023 campaign.
JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Joins Ravens' practice squad Baltimore signed Thomas to its practice squad Tuesday, Clifton Brown of the Ravens' official site reports.
Impact Just less than a month after being waived by Cincinnati, Thomas has found another opportunity with a division rival. With Tylan Wallace (hamstring) and Rashod Bateman (foot) both on the injured reserve list, it wouldn't be surprising to see the 28-year-old wideout Thomas be elevated as soon as Saturday's game versus Atlanta.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Waived by Bengals Thomas was waived by the Bengals on Monday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Thomas being removed from the roster may suggest that fellow wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is close to returning from his hip injury. Cincinnati gave Thomas opportunities on the outside while Chase and Tee Higgins missed time due to injuries this season, but the 28-year-old wide receiver failed to capitalize, catching just two of 10 targets for 38 yards.
NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
No targets in Week 9 Thomas didn't have any targets in the Bengals' win over the Panthers, despite playing 22 offensive snaps.
Impact It didn't help Thomas that the Bengals were running the ball so well, but it also appears as if Trent Taylor and even practice squad receiver Trenton Irwin have eclipsed Thomas. So much for the notion that he would step up with Ja'Marr Chase out.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes up empty Week 9 Thomas failed to bring in his lone target while playing 24 of the Bengals' 53 snaps on offense in Monday's 32-13 loss to the Browns.
Impact Though he was one of several pass catchers who moved into a larger role with Ja'Marr Chase (hip) sidelined for the contest, Thomas nor any of the Bengals' other pass-catching options came through with notable receiving production on a night the Browns dominated the time of possession. A more favorable matchup could await the Bengals in Week 9 against the 2-6 Panthers, but Thomas is still likely to find himself behind all of Tee Higgins, Tyler Boyd and Hayden Hurst in the team's pass-catching hierarchy.
NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Plays four offensive snaps in win Thomas played on just four offensive snaps and failed to see a single target in Sunday's 30-26 win over the Saints.
Impact Thomas was a complete nonfactor in the Bengals' offense with fellow wideout Tee Higgins back in the mix Sunday. Barring injuries to the team's pass catchers, the 28-year-old receiver will find it hard to have much of an impact with limited opportunities on offense. Thomas remains far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 7 matchup with the Falcons.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Forced into extra duty Thomas played 41 offensive snaps in Sunday night's loss to the Ravens, catching one pass for 33 yards.
Impact Thomas was pressed into extra action with Tee Higgins out most of the game after Higgins aggravated an ankle injury. The low target share even with Higgins out illustrates the low percentage likelihood that he'll play a big role going forward.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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OCTOBER 10, 2022 • NFL.COM
Rookie WR Drake London flies home when Falcons visit LA Rams
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Thrust into duty Thomas was on the field a lot more than expected in Week 1, following teammate Tee Higgins leaving with a concussion. Thomas had one catch for five yards, on five targets, while be...
Impact Among Thomas's five targets was a drop in the end zone on the play preceding Ja'Marr Chase's game-tying touchdown in the waning seconds of regulation. If Higgins has to miss a week, Thomas will take on the third receiver role, as the Bengals' don't have an obvious alternative.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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AUGUST 22, 2022 • BENGALS.COM
Bengals wideouts confident of encore after Super Bowl run
The confidence of the Cincinnati Bengals receivers has carried right on into organized team activities this monthJUNE 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Re-signs with Bengals Thomas is re-signing with the Bengals on Thursday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Impact Thomas will return for a third straight season in Cincinnati, where he recorded five catches for 52 yards on 11 targets last year. The depth wideout and special-teams contributor remains off the fantasy radar, however.
MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Modest production Thomas secured five of 11 targets for 52 yards across 12 games in 2021.
Impact Thomas took a statistical step back in 2021, a campaign which saw him play roughly just half the offensive snaps (133) he did in 2020. This offseason, the 27-year-old is scheduled to hit free agency.
JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Activated off COVID-19 list Thomas was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
Impact Thomas missed just one game during his stint in the league's health and safety protocols. Now that he's cleared protocols, he's expected to reclaim his usual reserve role behind the Bengals' trio of talented receivers in Week 17.
DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lands on COVID list Thomas (undisclosed) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Impact It's unclear whether Thomas tested positive for the virus of if he's considered a close contact, but he'll now be unavailable until he clears the health and safety protocols. He has only five catches for 52 yards in 10 games this season, so his absence shouldn't affect Cincinnati's offensive game plan.
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive against Chargers Thomas (illness) is inactive Week 13 against the Chargers, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Impact Thomas did not practice all week due to illness and entered the week with a doubtful tag as a result. He had primarily been a special teamer when active this season, a role that could end up in the hands Trenton Irwin or the recently activated Pooka Williams.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful due to illness Thomas (illness) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Bengals team reporter Marisa Contipelli reports.
Impact Thomas looks like he'll miss out on a potential opportunity for a few extra snaps on offense, as fellow wide receiver Auden Tate (calf) is also listed as doubtful. The 27-year-old Thomas hasn't caught more than one pass in a game this season.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not practicing due to illness Thomas (illness) missed a second consecutive practice Thursday, Ben Baby of ESPN reports.
Impact Thomas is in danger of sitting out Sunday's game against the Chargers due to this non-COVID illness. A return to the practice field in any capacity Friday would be an encouraging sign for his availability.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nabs first reception since Week 4 Thomas played nine of the Bengals' 70 offensive snaps in Sunday's 41-16 loss to the Browns and caught his lone target for a 16-yard gain.
Impact The reception was Thomas' first since Week 4, as he was sidelined with an ankle injury from Weeks 5 through 7 before failing to draw a target in his return to the lineup Week 8 against the Jets. While all of Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd are healthy, Thomas is expected to handle a minor role in the passing attack and rotate in only when one of the three starters needs a breather.
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Healthy scratch Sunday Thomas (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game at Baltimore, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
Impact Thomas sat out the last two games while nursing an ankle injury, and he'll remain inactive Sunday despite practicing with no limitations this week. Cincinnati's receiving corps is fully healthy for Week 7, with Trenton Irwin and Stanley Morgan serving as the available depth options.
OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No limitations Wednesday Thomas (ankle) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Impact Thomas sat out the past two games due to the ankle issue, but he's on track to be available for Week 7. The 27-year-old is unlikely to have a significant role in the offense with the rest of the receiving corps currently healthy.
OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Not playing Sunday Thomas (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Lions, according to Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site.
Impact Thomas logged a full practice Friday, but that wasn't enough to activate him and now he's set to miss a second straight contest. The wideout has racked up three receptions for 24 yards this season, and his next chance to feature will come at Baltimore on Oct. 24.
OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
