MIKE THOMAS NEWS

Makes progress toward return Thomas (hamstring) participated in a limited fashion during Thursday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Thomas has been dealing with the injury for the past week and was held out of the team's Week 11 contest as a result. He was also a non-participant in Wednesday's practice, so this progress is a good sign for his potential availability in Week 12. If he's able to take the field, Thomas could see an increased role with Auden Tate (COVID-19) unlikely to be available.

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Wednesday Thomas (hamstring) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Tyler Dragon of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Impact The 26-year-old was unavailable for Sunday's loss to Washington and continues to deal with the hamstring injury. Thomas likely needs to practice in the next two days to have a chance of suiting up Sunday against the Giants.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Drew Lock gets start at QB for Broncos vs. Dolphins

Drew Lock will get the start at quarterback when the Denver Broncos host the Miami Dolphins despite missing practice Wednesday with bruised ribs and a strained oblique he sustained...

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sitting out Sunday Thomas (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game versus Washington, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.

Impact Thomas will miss a game for the first time since the 2018 season. His role on offense has been consistent all year; he's played around 30 percent of the snaps each game, and his absence should open the door for both Auden Tate and Alex Erickson to handle larger roles Sunday, while Tyler Boyd, Tee Higgins and A.J. Green start at wide receiver, per usual.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 11 The Bengals list Thomas as questionable with a hamstring injury for Sunday's game against Washington, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

Impact Thomas was added to the injury report Thursday after practicing on a limited basis, and his questionable designation implies he wasn't able to shake the hamstring issue completely during Friday's practice. If he gains clearance for Sunday, Thomas will be in line for a depth role in Cincinnati's receiving corps, as Tyler Boyd, Tee Higgins and A.J. Green are locked in as the team's clear top-three wideouts.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Saints' Thomas, Sanders practice as Bucs clash looms

Saints receivers Michael Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders are on the cusp of returning to New Orleans’ passing game at an opportune time

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Zero targets in Week 8 Thomas played only six snaps and had zero targets in Sunday's win over the Titans.

Impact Auden Tate had a big day on Sunday, relegating Thomas to a WR5 role for the Bengals. Even with John Ross inactive, Thomas needs a few injuries to move into a role where he's getting more than a handful of snaps.

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Two big plays Thomas had two catches for 54 yards on three targets in Sunday's loss to the Browns, dropping one ball on the third target.

Impact Thomas isn't going to get the volume necessary to be useful in most fantasy formats -- he has yet to see more than four targets in a game -- but he is at least ahead of John Ross in the Bengals' pecking order.

OCTOBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Snags one pass in loss Thomas caught one of three targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Colts.

Impact Thomas continues to operate as the No. 4 receiver behind Tyler Boyd, A.J. Green and rookie Tee Higgins. He's now totaled 11 receptions for 78 yards and a touchdown. Barring an injury to one of the starters, though, Thomas' fantasy value is negligible.

OCTOBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sack-happy Ravens tormenting opposing QBs with all-out blitz

Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Don Martindale isn’t selective when it comes to choosing whom to use on a blitz

OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Loses key fumble Thomas caught one pass for six yards in Sunday's loss to the Ravens, and lost a fumble on that reception that was returned for a touchdown.

Impact Despite the lost fumble, Thomas might be in line for more opportunities next week against the Colts if A.J. Green's hamstring injury keeps him sidelined.

OCTOBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ravens get defensive, stuff Burrow in 27-3 rout of Bengals

The Baltimore Ravens sacked Joe Burrow seven times, forced the Bengals rookie into a pair of turnovers and effectively stuffed Cincinnati’s running game in a meticulous 27-3 victor...

OCTOBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Only one target Thomas caught his lone target for five yards in Sunday's win over the Jaguars. He was on the field for 25 offensive snaps.

Impact The ascendance of rookie Tee Higgins has limited Thomas's ability to make an impact. Quarterback Joe Burrow has also started throwing more to tight end Drew Sample. Thomas's chances of making an impact now seem to be tied to one of the top three Bengals receivers missing time.

OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Quick Hits: How The Ocho Inspired New Bengals WR Mike Thomas; A.J. Green Pumping Thomas On Scheme; Geno Limited Again; Ex-Packer Daniels Sees Some A-Rod In Burrow  New Bengals wide receiver Mike Thomas not only grew up in Chicago idolizing and imitating the club’s all-time leading receiver in Chad Johns...

OCTOBER 1, 2020 • BENGALS.COM

Targets recede in Week 3 Thomas had two catches for nine yards on two targets in the Week 3 tie against the Eagles. He was on the field for 16 offensive snaps.

Impact Thomas played less and was targeted less frequently than Tee Higgins and even Auden Tate. He had established a connection with Joe Burrow in training camp that revealed itself earlier in the season, especially in Week 2 against the Browns when he scored, but he's a rotation player and not a mainstay right now.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in loss Thomas brought in all four of his targets for 31 yards and a touchdown in the Bengals' 35-30 loss to the Browns on Thursday.

Impact Thomas became the second Bengals pass-catcher to haul in a scoring throw from Joe Burrow in the contest, making his grab on a nifty slant pattern with 5:55 remaining to help bring Cincinnati within five points at the time. While Thomas figures to have an uphill battle for targets each week with the quartet of A.J. Green, Tyler Boyd, Tee Higgins and John Ross in front of him on the depth chart, the veteran has a respectable seven looks through two games and could potentially benefit on occasion from the attention heaped on his teammates.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up 17 yards Thomas caught two of three targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Chargers.

Impact Thomas logged 15 offensive snaps -- tied with Auden Tate and rookie second-round pick Tee Higgins -- and was just one of four wide receivers to garner a target in the season opener. This trend likely won't keep up as Higgins gets more comfortable in the NFL.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

FANTASY PLAYS: Workhorse runners best resource in fantasy

The key is to prioritize big-time wide receivers over running backs with questionable fantasy value

AUGUST 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Saints camp observations, Day 7: Mike Thomas vs. Marshon Lattimore? Yes indeed Saints focus on two-minute drills in lively practice.

AUGUST 24, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bengals' Mike Thomas stepping up for Joe Burrow with Tee Higgins out Cincinnati Bengals WR Mike Thomas is the one stepping up with names like John Ross out.

AUGUST 18, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Mike Thomas caddies for son Justin Thomas after regular looper leaves with dizziness When Justin Thomas' caddie, Jimmy Johnson, left after feeling dizzy in 100-plus degree heat at the Memorial, in stepped a familiar face to c...

JULY 18, 2020 • GOLFCHANNEL.COM

Mike Thomas caddies for son JT after regular looper leaves with dizziness When Justin Thomas' caddie, Jimmy Johnson, left after feeling dizzy in 100-plus degree heat at the Memorial, in stepped a familiar face to c...

JULY 18, 2020 • GOLFCHANNEL.COM

VIDEO: Remembering When David Garrard Hit Mike Thomas for an Epic Game-Winning Hail Mary The Jacksonville Jaguars have struggled in their franchise's history, to say the least. They continually are towards the bottom looking up,...

JULY 7, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

Player reps not voting on NFL labor deal; more talks Tuesday

NFL player representatives have decided not to vote on a new labor deal approved by team owners

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Thomas scores 24 with 11 boards; Hawaii beats CSU Northridge

LOS ANGELES (AP) Mike Thomas had 24 points and 11 rebounds and freshman Drew Buggs added 11 points, six rebounds and a career-high 11 assists to help Hawaii beat CSU Northridge 6...

JANUARY 7, 2018