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New Orleans Saints star receiver Michael Thomas seemed to be progressing towards a return this weekend after a fairly successful week of practice. However, Thomas will not play against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. The All-Pro returned to practice in limited fashion on Thursday, seemingly giving him a chance to play. But Tom Pelissero of […]

The New Orleans Saints have struggled mightily over the past two games since wide receiver Michael Thomas was sidelined with an ankle injury. Although he has since managed to log in some practice time heading into Week 4 versus the Detroit Lions, the reigning Offensive Player of the Year is hardly a lock to play. […]

New Orleans Saints wideout Michael Thomas is making progress towards returning to the field, which is good news for a Saints team that so desperately needs his services (via NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport). #Saints WR Michael Thomas back at practice, a good sign in his progression. Would have to really prove he’s not at risk […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas had some interesting remarks for his Twitter followers following news of Tennessee Titans players testing positive for COVID-19. Thomas drew correlations between news of the positive COVID-19 tests and Tuesday night’s presidential debate for the upcoming general election. https://twitter.com/Cantguardmike/status/1310966294984962049 The pandemic has been a national storyline for over […]

New Orleans Saints All-Pro wide receiver Michael Thomas has officially been ruled out for the team’s Sunday night matchup with the Green Bay Packers. It seemed doubtful Thomas would play after he did not practice on Thursday. Indeed, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Thomas will miss his second straight game due to the high-ankle […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas did not practice for the second straight day on Thursday, and might be heading towards another inactive. The All-Pro suffered a high-ankle sprain in a Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and there is a chance he misses Sunday night’s game against the Green Bay Packers […]

There has already been a slew of NFL injuries to occur in Week 2 and Michael Thomas of the New Orleans Saints has taken notice of it. While he’s dealing with an injury of his own, Michael Thomas reacted to the countless number of injuries to take place on Sunday. A lot of injuries today […]

When the New Orleans Saints take the field on Monday Night Football versus the Las Vegas Raiders, they’ll be without Drew Brees’ favorite target. Despite his efforts to play on Monday, Michael Thomas has officially been ruled out for Week 2, per ESPN’s Field Yates. Michael Thomas is OUT for Monday night vs. the Raiders. […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas suffered a high ankle sprain in the final minutes of his team’s win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1, which usually sidelines a player for three-to-four weeks. However, ahead of the Saints’ matchup at the Las Vegas Raiders, New Orleans has a sliver of faith that […]

It appears as though the New Orleans Saints will be without superstar wide receiver Michael Thomas for longer than initially expected, according to a Tuesday evening report from Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. The NFL.com tandem is reporting that Thomas has been diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain that is “worse than originally believed” […]

Drew Brees may be losing his big receiving target for a bit, or he may not. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the New Orleans Saints star wide receiver suffered a high-ankle injury during the Saints 34-23 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but it appears to be something he believes he will be able […]

The New Orleans Saints managed to defeat the surging Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1 despite the fact that the team’s NFC South rival entered the matchup with quite a bit of hype behind them. Not only that, but the Saints defeated former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and company while spoiling his debut […]

The first game of the 2020 season between the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs will feature pregame clothing that will be worn by both teams. According to the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Texans safety Michael Thomas has designed pregame warmup shirts and they were distributed by the NFLPA. Here are the T-shirts — designed […]

As video circulated Monday of Jacob Blake, a Black man in Kenosha, Wisconsin, being shot by police officers, members of the NFL community shared their reactions to the latest viral footage of police brutality against a Black person in America. Blake was opening the door of a parked car after attempting to break up a […]

With the 2020 NFL regular season now less than one month away, that means this year’s fantasy football drafts will be happening even sooner, and identifying your top fantasy football wide receivers is a vital part of the process. For fantasy football fans throughout the country, the research and strategizing has already been going on […]

Is Michael Thomas the best wide receiver in the NFL today? His New Orleans Saints teammate Emmanuel Sanders certainly thinks so. During a training camp press conference, Sanders was asked about his impression of Thomas after the three-time Pro Bowler previously expressed his eagerness and excitement to work with him. The 33-year-old Sanders was full […]

Without really even needing to delve into it, it is very well known that Michael Thomas — the best offensive player on the New Orleans Saints — is the best wide receiver in the league, only behind Christian McCaffrey in terms of best overall offensive player in the league. And with Thomas catching passes from […]

After a productive 2019, New Orleans Saints star wide receiver Michael Thomas hopes to make more history in the upcoming season. The three-time Pro Bowler is not only aiming for better numbers but also to win more games for his team in 2020. According to Pro Football Talk featured in NBC Sports: Thomas was the […]

Heading into the upcoming season, Michael Thomas and the already-rich New Orleans Saints got even richer. The acquisition of wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders gives another dimension to the Saints’ offense led by quarterback Drew Brees. Fellow Saints wideout Michael Thomas chimed in on the newest veteran of the team as reported by The Athletic NOLA […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees came under fire for comments he made in June regarding players’ decisions to kneel during the national anthem. Brees previously said he would “never agree” with players choosing to kneel during the anthem, prompting backlash from players around the NFL, including some of his Saints teammates. The veteran quarterback […]

One of the biggest names remaining in the free-agent market is former Seattle Seahawk defensive end Jadeveon Clowney. New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas believes in the veteran’s capabilities to contribute and wants his team to join in the Clowney sweepstakes before training camp gets in full swing. The 2019 NFL Offensive Player of […]

The disparity between the NFL and the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) continues to widen as the season opener draws nearer. Multiple marquee players reacted with regards to the way the NFL is currently handling matters in light of the coronavirus pandemic. New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees voiced out his disappointment on Twitter: […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas has earned one more distinct designation to help his case as the best wideout in the NFL: a near perfect Madden rating. Thomas has joined the elusive “99” overall club for the upcoming Madden 21 edition of the gaming franchise. “Saints WR Michael Thomas joins Chiefs QB Patrick […]

Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 85 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 85 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 85 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan pick their top 10 NFL wide receivers […]

The looming comeback of tight end of now-Tampa Bay Buccaneer Rob Gronkowski to the NFL limelight in the upcoming season turned many heads around the league. Houston Texans’ safety Michael Thomas only has high praises for the three-time Super Bowl champion. Thomas shared his thoughts on the newest member of the Buccaneers in an opinion […]

Jamal Adams has become a popular name this offseason and it isn’t just because he requested a trade from the New York Jets. Michael Thomas of the Houston Texans (not that Michael Thomas) believes that Adams can become the next face of the NFL in the near future. “Obviously that persona has to come with […]

Even when they were on opposite sides of the field, Houston Texans‘ safety Michael Thomas always had Colin Kaepernick’s back. The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback last played in 2016 before he became a free agent after the season. Michael Thomas explained in detail why he thinks Kap should definitely be on a roster. Thomas […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas isn’t exactly pleased with the latest happenings in the world of the NFL’s escrow proposal. The coronavirus pandemic has clearly affected every existing market, including that of the NFL. The league tried to look ahead for possible cost-cutting options in the event that the season will be canceled […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas isn’t happy with the new developments regarding the players’ salaries for the upcoming 2020 season. The three-time Saints Pro Bowler said on Twitter that all NFL players will sit out the season if the league decides to hold a percentage of their salaries. https://twitter.com/Cantguardmike/status/1280646572339007489 This is definitely not […]

New Orleans Saints star wide receiver Michael Thomas has always been there on the field for a clutch catch, but now the Ohio State product is coming up clutch for the Bayou community. The 27-year-old Los Angeles native donated around $2.3 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, to “RIP Medical Debt,” a charitable foundation […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas played a key role with an NFL employee to put the wheels in motion for a Black Lives Matter video. NFL social media creative producer Bryndon Minter was frustrated with the way the NFL was dealing with the situation surrounding George Floyd’s death. Minter knew he was taking […]

As the entire United States and many other countries around the world grapple with systemic and institutionalized racism by peacefully protesting, NFL players from many teams banded together to create a powerful video. The video, which was posted by Jarvis Landry, wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns, features a variety of big names. The list […]

After making shockwaves yesterday due to hurtful comments in the wake of George Floyd’s death, New Orleans Saints star quarterback Drew Brees apologized for his statement on Thursday morning. Numerous teammates responded to the apology. Star wide receiver Michael Thomas was one of the offended parties by Brees’ statement yesterday, but today accepted the apology. […]

The ongoing protests in response to the death of George Floyd while being detained by Minneapolis police has also brought up an old argument in the NFL concerning Colin Kaepernick and his protest of police brutality by kneeling during the National Anthem. New Orleans Saints’ quarterback Drew Brees weighed in on Wednesday and expressed that […]

There is an impressive amount of talent at the wide receiver position in the NFL, but one of the clear-cut best receivers in the league is DeAndre Hopkins of the Arizona Cardinals. Hopkins has been named to four Pro Bowls and three All-Pro teams over the course of his seven-year career, with no signs of […]

Everyone is very much aware of the game NBA Street, which provides players an awesome step back to a time when virtual coins were not even a thought in anyone’s mind, and being the best on the blacktop gave you incredible bragging rights. But who remembers the violent NFL equivalent of that, NFL Street? Last […]

New Orleans Saints receiver Michael Thomas had a career year in the 2019 campaign; however, he’s confident he’ll have an even better season in 2020. Despite not being able to workout with quarterback Drew Brees due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Thomas feels like he’ll still be ready for the 2020 season. “I’ll be ready […]

Earlier this offseason, the New Orleans Saints were able to sign Emmanuel Sanders in free agency, giving them another weapon in their passing attack. Nearly two months after the move took place, Michael Thomas opened up about teaming up with Sanders. “He’s a great vet,” Thomas said, via Luke Johnson of Nola.com. “He’s played in […]

Michael Thomas is entering his fifth season with the New Orleans Saints and he’s been able to build a phenomenal rapport with Drew Brees. As he prepares for another year with the Saints, Thomas revealed the level of trust that him and Brees have with each other. Amid a conversation with Luke Johnson of Nola.com, […]