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Gets in limited practice Wednesday Thomas (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

Impact Thomas sat out of Sunday's win versus the Falcons due to an ankle injury, but he was able to manage a limited practice to begin the new week. He'll still likely need to practice in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Catches lone look Thomas caught his only target for six yards in Sunday's 21-18 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Thomas made his usual contribution, hauling in a spare target for the second straight week. With rare involvement in the passing game, his stock remains rather restricted.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Thomas (calf) was a limited participant during practice Wednesday.

Impact Thomas was designated to return from injured reserve Monday, so a slow start with practice makes sense for the Indiana product. Whether or not he'll be ready to return Sunday against the Cowboys remains up in the air, but the Panthers still have plenty of time in their 21-day window to move him back onto the active roster.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers place TE Ian Thomas (calf) on injured reserve Sep 18, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Ian Thomas (80) runs on to the field before the game at Bank of Am...

OCTOBER 14, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Panthers place TE Ian Thomas (calf) on injured reserve Sep 18, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Ian Thomas (80) runs on to the field before the game at Bank of Am...

OCTOBER 14, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Indiana's Ian Thomas makes impressive TD grab The Hoosiers' first touchdown of the season came in impressive fashion.

JULY 17, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Photos: Ian Thomas, Panthers support Autism Charlotte at Turn the Night Blue fundraiser Ian Thomas and the Panthers helped raise money for Autism Charlotte with a "Turn the Night Blue" fundraising event on Friday at Bank of Amer...

APRIL 3, 2023 • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers tight end Ian Thomas agrees to pay cut, helps Carolina with salary cap space Panthers tight end Ian Thomas agreed to reduce his pay over the next two seasons, helping the team sign key free agents.

MARCH 16, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Panthers tight end Ian Thomas agrees to pay cut, helps Carolina with salary cap space Panthers tight end Ian Thomas agreed to reduce his pay over the next two seasons, helping the team sign key free agents.

MARCH 16, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Reworks deal with Panthers Thomas agreed to a restructured contract with the Panthers on Thursday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.

Impact Thomas signed a three-year extension in the 2022 offseason, and his reworked deal will help Carolina's cap flexibility. He's expected to occupy a backup role after the Panthers signed fellow tight end Hayden Hurst to a three-year contract Wednesday.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

REPORT: Ian Thomas Agrees to a Pay Cut Panthers create more cap space.

MARCH 16, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

No touchdowns in 2022 Thomas caught 21 of 30 targets for 197 yards while playing all 17 games in the 2022 season.

Impact Thomas filled his usual blocking role while sharing the tight-end targets alongside Tommy Tremble for a second straight year. While Thomas' production over the past four seasons hasn't changed much, he notably hasn't scored since 2020. Despite the possibility of a new coaching staff and starting quarterback in 2023, it's hard to envision Thomas' value shifting significantly.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Catches one pass in loss Thomas caught his only target for nine yards in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Thomas was a non-factor in the contest while playing 36 of the Panthers' 66 offensive snaps. Fellow tight end Tommy Tremble played two more snaps than Thomas and was more productive, catching all three of his targets for 33 yards and a touchdown. In a near-even split of playing time with Tremble, Thomas offers little in the way of fantasy production. The 26-year-old will look to make the most of his limited opportunities on offense in a Week 18 matchup with the Saints.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Catches one pass Thomas caught one of three targets for 12 yards in Week 16's 37-23 win over the Lions.

Impact Thomas broke his three-game multi-catch streak but has still hauled in at least one pass in all 15 appearances this season. He'll strive to keep that mini feat going Sunday versus the Buccaneers.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Saturday Thomas (thigh) was a full participant during practice Thursday and does not carry an injury designation ahead of Saturday versus Detroit.

Impact Thomas popped up with a thigh injury and logged back-to-back limited sessions to begin Week 16 prep. However, the 26-year-old is still in line to play his 14th game in a row this season. Thomas has caught 19 passes on 26 targets for 176 yards in 2022, and he should reprise his role as the Panthers' No. 2 tight end Tommy Tremble.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two grabs Thomas caught both of his targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 30-24 win over the Seahawks.

Impact Thomas has now made multiple receptions in three straight games. Although he's totaled just 56 yards over that span, he's at least occasionally helped Carolina connect on underneath throws.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two grabs Thomas caught both of his targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 23-10 win over the Broncos.

Impact Thomas played despite missing practice Thursday and Friday due to illness. In suiting up, the veteran was able to put together a second straight game with multiple catches, sending him into Carolina's bye week on a decent note.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Thomas (illness) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Thomas received the questionable tag after he sat out practice Thursday and Friday with an illness, but he's been cleared to take the field Sunday. The 26-year-old caught three of four targets for 24 yards last week in Baltimore, and he's largely been unproductive in the passing game this season despite operating as Carolina's No. 1 tight end.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable due to illness Thomas (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Thomas was unable to practice Thursday or Friday. If he doesn't feel better by Sunday, Thomas will likely cede the starting role to Tommy Tremble. Fellow tight end Stephen Sullivan is also questionable due to an illness.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged as questionable Thomas (illness) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's practice report.

Impact Thomas was a new addition to the team's injury report Thursday. If he is unable to recover from his illness in time to play Sunday against the Broncos, Tommy Tremble will take back over the No. 1 tight end role, while Stephen Sullivan will likely be looking at an uptick in work.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Catches three passes Thomas caught three of four targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 13-3 loss to the Ravens.

Impact Thomas' three catches marked a season high while his yardage total was his highest since Week 1. Despite still carrying low value ahead of this Sunday's matchup versus the Broncos, Thomas at least put together a decent performance by his standards in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes one grab Thomas caught his only target for two yards in Sunday's 37-34 overtime loss to the Falcons.

Impact Thomas and Tommy Tremble had nearly identical snap counts, yet the second-year pro finished with two grabs on four looks for 17 yards. With only four multi-catch outings this season, however, Thomas' spare usage in the passing game shouldn't come as a surprise.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Catches only look Thomas caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's 21-3 win over the Buccaneers.

Impact Thomas has finished with either one or two receptions in every game this season. However, in topping 20 yards only twice and not yet finding the end zone through seven games, he carries minimal fantasy value.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two more grabs Sunday Thomas caught both his targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Rams.

Impact While it was a very modest yardage total, it was good for the best performance of the day by any Panther not named Christian McCaffrey. Thomas has yet to haul in more than two catches or see more than three targets in a game this season, and the team's revolving door at quarterback -- Jacob Eason took over for P.J. Walker (neck) in the second half Sunday -- won't improve the tight end's chances of taking a step forward heading into a Week 7 tilt against the Buccaneers.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two catches Thomas caught both of his targets for eight yards in Sunday's 37-15 loss to the 49ers.

Impact Thomas has now failed to top 15 receiving yards in any of his last four games, emphasizing his restricted value as more of a blocking tight end.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE