December 29, 2008 Adalius Thomas expects his broken forearm to be fully healed by the onset of training camp, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:If fully recovered, Thomas would be a contender to challenge double-digits in sacks again.
December 5, 2008 Adalius Thomas has been placed on season-ending injured reserve, according to the Providence Journal. The team brought back 39-year-old vet Junior Seau as the corresponding move.
Our View:Thomas was brought down by a broken left forearm. He contributed 33 tackles (24 solo) and five sacks this season, and will be missed as the Patriots fight for the playoffs.
November 21, 2008 Adalius Thomas has been ruled out for Week 12 with his forearm injury, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:The team is not confirming that he is dealing with a broken left forearm, and also isn't commenting if he will be able to return this season.
November 13, 2008 Despite reports that Patriots linebacker Adalius Thomas would be out for the remainder of the year with a broken forearm, that is not necessarily the case, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:Apparently, doctors have said that Thomas could be back in time for the end of the year, but the Patriots would be sacrificing a spot on their active roster if they do not put him on injured reserve.
November 11, 2008 ESPN is reporting that Adalius Thomas will be out for the remainder of the season with a broken forearm.
Our View:The loss of Thomas is a big one on the Patriots defense. In nine games he made 34 tackles and five sacks.
