Following what was at the time assumed to be a career ending injury to his knee during a 1997 game against the Air Force Falcons,[2] he ultimately returned once again to play in his senior season.
[5] Upon his hiring, Razorbacks head coach Bret Bielema stated that, “He excelled at the position as a player and has demonstrated a remarkable ability to connect with his student-athletes and pass his knowledge on to them.
[1] Thomas missed the Saints' week 17 game on January 3, 2021, against the Carolina Panthers due to COVID-19 protocols.
[8] On January 19, 2024, Thomas was hired by the New York Giants to serve as the team's running backs coach.
[9] Thomas is a member of the Port Angeles High School Athletic Hall of Fame.