Saints sign QB Justin Thomas

SmashMouth · 05-17-2017, 07:59 AM

The signing of Georgia Tech quarterback Justin Thomas was previously reported Monday.

What was unclear, however, surrounded the position the New Orleans Saints intended Thomas to play after he had a successful tryout at rookie minicamp, where he worked out as a wide receiver and defensive back.

Clarity arrived Tuesday on the NFL Transactions report, which reflects the Saints officially signed Thomas as a defensive back.

Thomas, who is listed as 5-foot-11 and 185 pounds on Georgia Tech's website, will make the transition from offense to defense.

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An athletic player, Thomas posted a blistering 4.35 time in the 40-yard dash at Georgia Tech's Pro Day in March. He produced 2,163 yards of total offense (1,559 passing, 604 rushing) in his final season at Georgia Tech, adding 14 total touchdowns (eight passing, six rushing).

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st thomas · 05-17-2017, 08:27 AM

if hes a find at defense the better 4.3 something speed' priceless

K Major · 05-18-2017, 03:53 PM

Originally Posted by st thomas

if hes a find at defense the better 4.3 something speed' priceless

I remember the Saints signed Saalim Hakim a few years ago. Sub 4.2 guy but couldn't catch a cold or provide any value on special teams. Let's see what the new kid does when the bullets starts to fly at camp.

ChrisXVI · 05-17-2017, 08:33 AM

He'll be a DB like Devin Hester was a DB... Which means he's really only a kick returner.

Seer1 · 05-17-2017, 08:59 AM

Originally Posted by ChrisXVI

He'll be a DB like Devin Hester was a DB... Which means he's really only a kick returner.

If he's really like Hester, that'll be more than okay.

Crusader · 05-18-2017, 08:25 AM

Originally Posted by Seer1

If he's really like Hester, that'll be more than okay.

I agree. I had the good fortune to see Hester take one to the house in the first ever NFL game I ever attended back in 2007. It was a sight to behold and just turned the game.

neugey · 05-17-2017, 11:15 AM

Seems like a good type to put on the practice squad and develop.

GeauxForMore · 05-17-2017, 11:40 AM

Shot I wouldn't mind seeing him play a lil O and being another gadget player for Payton. Obviously the kid knows how to get to the endzone......

Rugby Saint II · 05-17-2017, 12:21 PM

This is the move that puts us over the top I believe. Yeah baby!!!

CheramieIII · 05-17-2017, 12:57 PM

I think the DB WR talk is a smoke screen. Meet the future QB of your New Orleans Saints!

Justin Thomas, Georgia Tech QB - Video & Highlights - Scout

Justin Thomas Stats - ESPN

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K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,738 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Saints sign QB Justin Thomas Originally Posted by st thomas if hes a find at defense the better 4.3 something speed' priceless I remember the Saints signed Saalim Hakim a few years ago. Sub 4.2 guy but couldn't catch a cold or provide any value on special teams. Let's see what the new kid does when the bullets starts to fly at camp. SmashMouth likes this.

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Seer1 Site Donor Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bayou Bayfield CO Posts: 4,722	Re: Saints sign QB Justin Thomas Originally Posted by ChrisXVI He'll be a DB like Devin Hester was a DB... Which means he's really only a kick returner. If he's really like Hester, that'll be more than okay. jnormand, RailBoss and Crusader like this.

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Crusader Resident Swede Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Märsta, Sweden Posts: 8,030	Re: Saints sign QB Justin Thomas Originally Posted by Seer1 If he's really like Hester, that'll be more than okay. I agree. I had the good fortune to see Hester take one to the house in the first ever NFL game I ever attended back in 2007. It was a sight to behold and just turned the game.

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neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,819 Blog Entries: 13	Re: Saints sign QB Justin Thomas Seems like a good type to put on the practice squad and develop.

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Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,117	Re: Saints sign QB Justin Thomas This is the move that puts us over the top I believe. Yeah baby!!! SmashMouth likes this.

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CheramieIII Fan Since 1967 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Nomad Posts: 7,489 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Saints sign QB Justin Thomas I think the DB WR talk is a smoke screen. Meet the future QB of your New Orleans Saints! Justin Thomas, Georgia Tech QB - Video & Highlights - Scout Justin Thomas Stats - ESPN SmashMouth likes this.

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