Saints Place David Thomas on Injured Reserve

by Dave Cariello on Nov 22, 2011 7:10 PM CST

In a not so surprising move, the Saints have placed tight end David Thomas on injured reserve. Mike Triplett at the Times-Pic appears to have broken the news first.

The New Orleans Saints placed tight end David Thomas on injured reserve Tuesday, ending his season. The team has not yet announced Thomas' injury, though it appeared that he suffered another concussion during their last game against the Atlanta Falcons. Earlier this year, a severe concussion sidelined Thomas for five games.

This shouldn't hurt the Saints too much. Thomas has been a non-factor all season due to injury. In fact, he only has five receptions for 16 yards this year, though he's very effective as a blocker. It just sucks because I had hoped he'd get better before the end of the season and start to contribute the at the level we know he's capable. Oh well.

Tight end Michael Higgins was moved to the active roster.

Tweet Comment 28 comments | 0 recs |

Do you like this story?

Comments

Who is our back up Tight End?

by Valmo on Nov 22, 2011 7:49 PM CST reply actions

that'll be you valmi.. dust off da clits, boy.. you goin in..

by the 9th plague on Nov 22, 2011 8:05 PM CST up reply actions 3 recs

Oh dear...

That is most definitely NOT how you spell CLEATS!

by Valmo on Nov 22, 2011 8:26 PM CST up reply actions

Just don't dust them off in public, please.

What you do to ’em in private is your own business.

We've got a date with Destiny. And it looks like she's ordered the lobster.

by Doc Boudin on Nov 22, 2011 8:46 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

ha ha.. it did look awfully weird when i quick-read it..

butta’ i goes: “aah.. be aite..”
(post)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6GuEswXOXo

by the 9th plague on Nov 23, 2011 9:30 AM CST up reply actions

rec'd!!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qais_eGMnWk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39GH-nzrY_I&feature=relatde

by tlsk1066 on Nov 22, 2011 9:43 PM CST up reply actions

it will hurt our edge runs..

it will hurt our “chipping..”
& he is the best hybrid TE/HB we had.. capable of lining up anywhere..
he is the only other receiving TE we had other than some kid higgins on the practice squad..
this is bad news..

by the 9th plague on Nov 22, 2011 8:08 PM CST reply actions

Ah so

They will more than likely be signing Higgins off the practice squad tommorow? Or maybe there’s a free agent sitting by the phone somewhere…

by Valmo on Nov 22, 2011 8:29 PM CST up reply actions

but he's only appeared in a handful of games

I know I was hoping he’d come back stronger, but they’ve already been working without him for much of the season…

WIN NOW
WINGRAMANIA!!!!

by Hans Petersen on Nov 22, 2011 9:47 PM CST up reply actions

That Sux, was hoping he could be 100%

for this stretch run, he’s a steady player, knows his role. Must be one hell of a headache.
Michael Higgins, u better block your a** off.

You think you know, and you don't know, and you never, ever, will.-Jim Mora Sr.
I understand ....nothing.-Michael Scott
The Future is Unwritten.-Joe Strummer
"First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win."-Mahatma Gandhi

by metryman on Nov 22, 2011 9:32 PM CST reply actions

He ought to be retiring soon

When concussion symptoms start to happen more frequently, are more severe than normal, or occur with less impact than previously, it’s time to hang ’em up. Cleats, that is; not – well, you know, 9th plague.

His retirement would be a drag, because Thomas has been a big contributor to the Saints; but he’s got a family (and himself) to look after.

Whatever the outcome of this, best wishes to David Thomas. The Saints will miss him.

by Philistine on Nov 22, 2011 11:37 PM CST reply actions 1 recs

That’s the end of Seans “burger option” play for the season.

That could`ve been me,a useless gnome* fishing
for turds in a birthing pool.

by saint_chew on Nov 23, 2011 7:12 AM CST reply actions

we'll just have to keep it alive in the poll questions, then...

WIN NOW
WINGRAMANIA!!!!

by Hans Petersen on Nov 23, 2011 7:23 AM CST up reply actions

That’s my #1 checkdown option on any poll.
You’re up early Hans, I have just popped home for lunch and am here
as my boss gets a little grouchy if I use “his” time on CSC.

That could`ve been me,a useless gnome* fishing
for turds in a birthing pool.

by saint_chew on Nov 23, 2011 7:39 AM CST reply actions

yeah the U of Louisville gave us the whole Wednesday off this year instead of the usual half-day - SWEET

Mrs. Hans and I are about to get our errands done and begin our cooking for tomorrow

WIN NOW
WINGRAMANIA!!!!

by Hans Petersen on Nov 23, 2011 8:51 AM CST up reply actions

I agree that Thomas wasn't that effective this year

But………….if we had a second TE that could catch well, we would jump up to another level on offense.

As it is, our offense is really good- mostly. But, I still feel that a second pass receiving TE would be awesome and would really help. And, Graham has to stay healthy.

If Pro is the opposite of Con, what is the opposite of Progress? Congress!
-Men's Restroom - House of Representatives, Washington, DC

by Philinwood on Nov 23, 2011 10:26 AM CST reply actions

Didn't think I'd be saying this....

but I’m sure missing Shockey right about now.

Our fat punk kicker, Garrett Hartley, missed a game-winner and we lost for the second week in a row - Scott Fujita in 2009

by Ragin Who Dat on Nov 23, 2011 10:39 AM CST up reply actions

Do you enjoy seeing him on the sideline in street clothes, cheering on his teammates? Here’s a little nostalgia.

He's got a house in the country, and a big sports car.

by stujo4 on Nov 23, 2011 11:10 AM CST up reply actions 1 recs

Duly noted

But I liked Shockey. Even when injured and on the sidelines he was a motivating factor for the Saints. I was sorry to see him let go. I never saw David Thomas on the sidelines trying to fire up his teammates (nothing agains DT he is just not as fiery as Shockey).

I like Hamburgers!

by Grumps on Nov 23, 2011 11:28 AM CST up reply actions

I liked Shockey too. He caught the winning touchdown in Super Bowl 44.

Agreed on David Thomas too. Nice guy, well liked by his teammates, but quiet. I fear he got jacked up so badly that this may be a career ending injury, which is a shame.

He's got a house in the country, and a big sports car.

by stujo4 on Nov 23, 2011 1:37 PM CST up reply actions

This Michael Higgins?

He’s hilarious as an actor, but I had no idea he could catch and block!!

WIN NOW
WINGRAMANIA!!!!

by Hans Petersen on Nov 23, 2011 11:52 AM CST reply actions

Move yourself!!!!! 2:40

He's got a house in the country, and a big sports car.

by stujo4 on Nov 23, 2011 1:43 PM CST up reply actions

LMAO!!!

I’ve got to see that movie now. That was hilarious!

Our fat punk kicker, Garrett Hartley, missed a game-winner and we lost for the second week in a row - Scott Fujita in 2009

by Ragin Who Dat on Nov 23, 2011 2:05 PM CST up reply actions

It was pretty funny. And deeply depressing. Offset by Jennifer Aniston naked.

He's got a house in the country, and a big sports car.

by stujo4 on Nov 23, 2011 2:19 PM CST up reply actions

Always a silver lining.

-Lombardi was wrong...it's the internet, not fatigue that makes cowards of us all. But then again, what do you expect. Not like the guy could see the future.

by jeff.l.b on Nov 23, 2011 2:24 PM CST up reply actions

Stu’j… i noticed your new profile pic.

Was that the legit good play, or was that the one where he was out of position and the rookie threw a wild pitch?

by Dan Kelly on Nov 27, 2011 4:31 PM CST up reply actions

Really, WOW

Now I really have to see it.

Our fat punk kicker, Garrett Hartley, missed a game-winner and we lost for the second week in a row - Scott Fujita in 2009

by Ragin Who Dat on Nov 23, 2011 2:23 PM CST reply actions

Grumps is right about motivation.

The team needs more motivation. Shockey nor Bush were the players for this team, but they motivated the players and that’s why we were so hyped up and ready to kick ass. Brees was always a motivator but he needs help. Some other guys have to step up and be vocal. We’re 7-3 and have a damn good chance at winning it all. We need leaders on this team even though they are not meant for this team.

by tommy v on Nov 24, 2011 12:18 AM CST reply actions