Thomas caught seven passes (on 11 targets) for 71 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's loss to the Falcons.

EDGE Analysis

Thomas entered Monday's game with added opportunity in light of teammate Willie Snead's (toe) injury absence, and responded by scoring his first career touchdown with a three-yard catch during the second quarter. The former Ohio State standout's 11 targets and seven receptions both tied with tight end Coby Fleener for the Saints' team-lead Monday, when his numbers across the board marked the best outing of his young career. Even given the vast array of targets in New Orleans' offense, Thomas already appears to be one of the better rookie receiving options this season.