Thomas was selected by the Washington Redskins in the fourth round, with the 119th overall pick, of the 2013 NFL draft.[7] He officially signed a four-year contract with the team on May 17, 2013.[8][9] In the first preseason game against the Tennessee Titans, he suffered a left foot injury, which was originally diagnosed as a sprain. On August 13, it was announced that Thomas would miss the entire 2013 season and be placed on injured reserve due to a torn Lisfranc ligament.[10]
Battling hamstring and foot injuries in the preseason, the Redskins waived him on August 30, 2014 for final roster cuts before the start of the 2014 season.[11] After clearing waivers, he was signed to the team's practice squad the following day.[12] He was promoted to the active roster on November 1, 2014.[13] He was waived on August 5, 2015.[14]
Miami Dolphins
Thomas signed with the Miami Dolphins on August 10, 2015.[15] On August 30, 2015, he was waived.[16]
Buffalo Bills
On December 30, 2015, the Buffalo Bills signed Thomas to their practice squad.[17] On January 4, 2016, he signed a futures contract with the Bills.[18] On June 17, 2016, he was waived.[19] On June 20, 2016, the Bills placed Thomas on injured reserve after clearing waivers.[20]
On March 6, 2017, Thomas was released by the Bills.[21]
Personal life
His older brother was featured in a Frontline documentary "Stickup Kid"
