Linebacker Adalius Thomas was released by the Patriots on Monday, according to an NFL source, ending a three-year tenure that started with promise and concluded with Thomas publicly sparring with the club.
Thomas was the highest-priced free-agent acquisition in team history, signing a five-year, $35 million contract in 2007, but he turned out to be one of the biggest personnel missteps in Bill Belichick's 11-year tenure.
Thomas had issues with his role, expecting to be used as more of a pure pass rusher, while the Patriots were disappointed with Thomas' production and presence in the locker room.
Lock of the Century #1: Patriots release Adalius Thomas.
Lock of the Century #2: Adalius Thomas signs with Jets.
Let’s just be honest here. We all know it’s going to happen. Thomas will sign with the Jets to spite Bill Belichick and the Patriots. It also makes sense because that fat slob Rex Ryan was the defensive coordinator in Baltimore, back when Adalius Thomas was a stud. I’m sure Thomas believes that Ryan will utilize him the way he thinks he should be used. This
So, to recap: Pats release Thomas. Thomas will sign with the Jets. Thomas will be nasty again. Lock it down.
