My Thoughts on Michael Thomas (just my opinion) (1 Viewer)

[SaintsMan209]

I want to take a moment to share some thoughts about Michael Thomas. In his rookie season, I was immediately impressed by his ability to catch every ball thrown his way, perfectly embodying his Twitter handle, @Cantguardmike. Thomas never aimed for mediocrity; he aspired to be a superstar, the Michael Jordan of the NFL.

Despite the setbacks due to injuries over the last three years, I noticed a resurgence in him this year, glimpses of the old Michael Thomas. Unfortunately, Derek Carr's tendency to throw dangerous passes led to Thomas getting injured. It's ironic, considering Thomas played a role in recruiting Carr.

The possibility of Thomas leaving New Orleans is a sore point, and much of the blame falls on Mickey Loomis. Had Andy Dalton been our QB, I believe Thomas would have had a far better season. Carr's lack of accuracy and field vision is concerning, especially for an organization that needs to retain competitors like Thomas.

Thomas is more than just a player; he's an alpha dog who instills accountability in the locker room and is a proven winner. His influence has undoubtedly contributed to the success of players like Shaheed and Olave. Losing him would signal a shift in the Saints' commitment to winning. If there's even a chance of Thomas wanting to leave, the team should do everything to retain him, even if it means overpaying. His value to the team transcends the field.

This was what he had posted on his instagram:

"What you permit, you promote. What you allow, you encourage. What you condone, you own. When your eyes don't work, you get people hurt, it's no mystery." I can't help but think that statement about eyes not working is referring to Derek Carr

 

[meily]

Carr misses reads that his incumbent did not miss and those players who played with him see that and God forbid if those said players speak on what has changed or is missing since the loss of a QB and Coach like Brees and CSP.

Kamara spoke on the offense not having an identity and how they do not attack the defense and it feels like they are running plays out there, that's not a shot against Carr but an observation of how and why the offense is struggling not a slight against how Carr, but players know when things aren't working.

 

[RandyMoss84]

What really sucks it that Justin Jefferson broke Michael Thomas's record which is most receiving yards by an NFL player in the first 4 seasons and Justin broke Thomas's record of 5,512 yards getting 5,648 yards yesterday but I can not deny that Jefferson is a beast and I wish he is a Saint

 

[BooBirdSaint]

Moving on from Thomas is not an indicator of the Saints moving on from winning. It would be an indicator of the Saints moving on from a 30 plus year old often injured WR who's best years are clearly behind him. He still could be back if it's the right deal. But, him leaving or staying isn't indicative of where the Saints are. He was a great player who played at the right time for the right HC and HOF QB. This team and franchise has other issues which are indicators of not winning. Like a HC who doesn't know how to win and GM who can't move on.

 

[louder]

What really sucks it that Justin Jefferson broke Michael Thomas's record which is most receiving yards by an NFL player in the first 4 seasons and Justin broke Thomas's record of 5,512 yards getting 5,648 yards yesterday but I can not deny that Jefferson is a beast and I wish he is a Saint

He could have been a Saint. All the Saints had to do was trade up a few spots in that draft, and nab a WR who was a perfect fit for Payton’s offense.
But no, we got Ruiz instead. I have never been so mad during a draft.

 

[Clintonrebel]

One of the best Saints ever. Period. But we can only carry so many over 30 year olds. Can’t play woulda coulda, but imagine MT with a 2011-2014 Brees.

 

[Nutria]

Despite the setbacks due to injuries over the last three years, I noticed a resurgence in him this year, glimpses of the old Michael Thomas.

Early last year, before he got injured you bet. This year, not so sure. He didn't get a lot of well-timed and placed passes from Carr, but but he wasn't getting the separation that he did last year, IMO. Granted that not much separation was needed during the Brees year, given Brees' ability to put the ball in a small window.

It's a bummer-- the entire second half his career has been essentially taken out by injuries.

 

[rlemieux]

Thomas is a problem child, has been, always will be. If never shutting up makes you an alpha, then he is.

 

[saintfan1972]

I've always liked Thomas, BUT he is past his prime. Can't overpay for him. Barely plays half the games anymore. And he was hurt a lot before Carr got here. It's time to turn the page on Thomas.

 

[Elvis]

I liked Mike and accepted his diva tendencies when he was productive. I mean, really, who wouldn't. We call that competitive when you're producing. But things went south with his health and everything since. When he was healthy earlier this season, he seemed like he was back. But the second he got hurt the drama came back and I'm ready to let him go now. He isn't going to be healthy enough or good enough for this team going forward to deal with his emotional stuff. Posting on twitter abut his teammates during a game with the last straw for me regardless if he was right or wrong. You just don't do that. It's locker room cancer stuff.

 

[football]

I liked Mike and accepted his diva tendencies when he was productive. I mean, really, who wouldn't. We call that competitive when you're producing. But things went south with his health and everything since. When he was healthy earlier this season, he seemed like he was back. But the second he got hurt the drama came back and I'm ready to let him go now. He isn't going to be healthy enough or good enough for this team going forward to deal with his emotional stuff. Posting on twitter abut his teammates during a game with the last straw for me regardless if he was right or wrong. You just don't do that. It's locker room cancer stuff.

People gave Carr flack for yelling on the sidelines but Thomas did punch a teammate at one time.

 

[MikeyF]

I want to take a moment to share some thoughts about Michael Thomas. In his rookie season, I was immediately impressed by his ability to catch every ball thrown his way, perfectly embodying his Twitter handle, @Cantguardmike. Thomas never aimed for mediocrity; he aspired to be a superstar, the Michael Jordan of the NFL.

Despite the setbacks due to injuries over the last three years, I noticed a resurgence in him this year, glimpses of the old Michael Thomas. Unfortunately, Derek Carr's tendency to throw dangerous passes led to Thomas getting injured. It's ironic, considering Thomas played a role in recruiting Carr.

The possibility of Thomas leaving New Orleans is a sore point, and much of the blame falls on Mickey Loomis. Had Andy Dalton been our QB, I believe Thomas would have had a far better season. Carr's lack of accuracy and field vision is concerning, especially for an organization that needs to retain competitors like Thomas.

Thomas is more than just a player; he's an alpha dog who instills accountability in the locker room and is a proven winner. His influence has undoubtedly contributed to the success of players like Shaheed and Olave. Losing him would signal a shift in the Saints' commitment to winning. If there's even a chance of Thomas wanting to leave, the team should do everything to retain him, even if it means overpaying. His value to the team transcends the field.

This was what he had posted on his instagram:

"What you permit, you promote. What you allow, you encourage. What you condone, you own. When your eyes don't work, you get people hurt, it's no mystery." I can't help but think that statement about eyes not working is referring to Derek Carr

He hasn't done anything in years...
How in the world can that be everybody's fault!

Carr didn't get MT hurt... injuries and time have just caught up with him.
Carr is 6th in the NFL in completion percentage!

 

[tak]

I want to take a moment to share some thoughts about Michael Thomas. In his rookie season, I was immediately impressed by his ability to catch every ball thrown his way, perfectly embodying his Twitter handle, @Cantguardmike. Thomas never aimed for mediocrity; he aspired to be a superstar, the Michael Jordan of the NFL.

Despite the setbacks due to injuries over the last three years, I noticed a resurgence in him this year, glimpses of the old Michael Thomas. Unfortunately, Derek Carr's tendency to throw dangerous passes led to Thomas getting injured. It's ironic, considering Thomas played a role in recruiting Carr.

The possibility of Thomas leaving New Orleans is a sore point, and much of the blame falls on Mickey Loomis. Had Andy Dalton been our QB, I believe Thomas would have had a far better season. Carr's lack of accuracy and field vision is concerning, especially for an organization that needs to retain competitors like Thomas.

Thomas is more than just a player; he's an alpha dog who instills accountability in the locker room and is a proven winner. His influence has undoubtedly contributed to the success of players like Shaheed and Olave. Losing him would signal a shift in the Saints' commitment to winning. If there's even a chance of Thomas wanting to leave, the team should do everything to retain him, even if it means overpaying. His value to the team transcends the field.

This was what he had posted on his instagram:

"What you permit, you promote. What you allow, you encourage. What you condone, you own. When your eyes don't work, you get people hurt, it's no mystery." I can't help but think that statement about eyes not working is referring to Derek Carr

I don't care how good a player is if he cant guard his mouth, if he can't guard his character, if he can't guard his teammates, etc. etc. he has outreached his value.
What you permit, allow, condone on a team only grows. When your eyes are wide shut refusing to see cancer it's no mystery that it will spread.

 

[Elvis]

People gave Carr flack for yelling on the sidelines but Thomas did punch a teammate at one time.

He did, but it was Ceedy. Ceedy is still one of my favorite players in the NFL, but he can get under some skins and more than likely had it coming to him. And that's the in the building squabbles that happens in a game this physical.

I'm far more concerned with the veiled messages on social media about the team when he should have been supporting his teammates on the sideline. As a veteran, he could have been sideline coaching Olave or Shaheed with what he was seeing during the game, but instead he was being a fool on social media.

 

[Snakehead]

He did, but it was Ceedy. Ceedy is still one of my favorite players in the NFL, but he can get under some skins and more than likely had it coming to him. And that's the in the building squabbles that happens in a game this physical.

I'm far more concerned with the veiled messages on social media about the team when he should have been supporting his teammates on the sideline. As a veteran, he could have been sideline coaching Olave or Shaheed with what he was seeing during the game, but instead he was being a fool on social media.

Exactly. It's hilarious when people call MT a leader, he's the opposite of that. Dude's not even and Alpha, he's a Fau-lpha.

Where are the reports of MT stepping up to lead? There aren't any. If he's not on the field, he's not worth keeping around.