New Orleans Saints
Pierre Thomas - #23 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 215 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/18/1984 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, IL |
| College | Illinois |
| Years played | 7 |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 105 | 473 | 1 |
Bounty testimony from Williams leaked
Gregg Williams testified that he tried to shut down the team's bounty system when the NFL began investigating but was overruled by Joe Vitt.
Tagliabue vacates player discipline in bounty case
Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue vacated all player discipline involving the Saints’ bounty case.
Tagliabue's bounty decision expected Tuesday
Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue is expected to rule Tuesday on player appeals in the NFL's bounty investigation of the Saints.
NFC South Spin cycle: Disturbing start to December for Falcons
The Falcons, Saints and Buccaneers each took a big step backward Sunday, but the Panthers earned their best win of the Ron Rivera-era.
Wilson's big game helps Giants defeat Saints
Rookie David Wilson piled up 327 all-purpose yards and three touchdownsto lead the Giants to s 52-27 win over the Saints on Sunday.
Reports: Players reject bounty settlement
The players involved in the Saints’ bounty case rejected a settlement offer, according to multiple reports.
Saints RB Ivory ruled out for Sunday
The Saints announced Saturday that RB Chris Ivory is now considered doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Giants.
Saints pleased with maturing DE Jordan
One of the bright spots for the Saints’ 32nd-ranked defense has been the development of DE Cameron Jordan in his second season.
Scout's Notebook: Saints SLB David Hawthorne
PFW personnel analyst Nolan Nawrocki sees Saints SLB David Hawthorne underperforming at a poorly fit position.
NFC South Spin cycle: Falcons cross one hurdle
The NFC South-champion Falcons dealt the rival Saints a blow in Week 13, and the Panthers and Bucs both came up short out West.
Sheen is wearing off on Saints' offensive line
The Saints' offensive line has taken a step back in the past game and a half, and it could be a sign of things to come for the unit.
Friday's 60-second rant: Payton's absence glaring in key moments
The post-bounty Saints simply lost their edge in the absence of Sean Payton, as Thursday night's loss perfectly depicted.
Falcons pick off Brees five times, beat Saints
The Falcons raced to a 17-0 lead and the defense made it stand up, picking off five of Drew Brees' passes in a 23-13 victory over the Saints.
Falcons need to find selves against rival Saints
If Falcons are to earn the national recognition they crave, they'll have to take down their biggest rival — the Saints — on Thursday night.
Saints players to attend hearing with Williams
Will Smith and Jonathan Vilma plan to be present Friday when their lawyers are scheduled to cross examine former Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams.
PLAYER NEWS
According to the New Orleans Times-Picayune, Thomas is likely to see more action with Darren Sproles out due to a hand injury.|||||||
Mark Ingram, and Chris Ivory could also see more time in the backfield.
Thomas needed only nine carries to compile 110 yards during a 35-27 loss to Carolina on Sunday.|||||||
Thomas had only 17 yards on four attempts during the season opener against Washington.
Thomas has left in the first quarter after taking a hit to the head against the San Francisco 49ers in their NFC divisional round playoff. The team said Thomas would not return.|||||||
Thomas caught a pass from Drew Brees on the Saints' opening drive Saturday and absorbed a vicious blow from Donte Whitner just short of the goal line. Whitner jarred the ball loose, and Patrick Willis recovered for the 49ers at their own 2-yard line.
Thomas has been fined $12,500 for a uniform violation and a touchdown celebration in which he placed a bow on a football and gave it to a fan.|||||||
The fine for the celebration is $7,500. Thomas also violated NFL policies by wearing Christmas-themed green and red tape on his black and gold Saints uniform, and his fine for that is $5,000. Notice of the fines was taped to Thomas' locker by teammates with a big red bow on top as part of a prank.
Thomas had pedestrian numbers New Orleans wrapped up the NFC South title with a 45-16 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night.|||||||
Thomas carried nine times for 53 yards and had two catches for four.
