What happened: Thomas scored on a 97-yard catch on his first NFL snap and finished with five receptions. He also handled punt and kickoff returns.
Why it matters: The performance arrived at the final evaluation point before the regular season. His work on offense and special teams gives coaches multiple paths to a role.
By the numbers: Thomas caught all five targets for 140 yards, averaging 28 yards per reception. His 39-yard punt return and 22-yard kickoff return accounted for his other 61 all-purpose yards.
What to watch: Final roster decisions and his opening-week role are the next checkpoints.