Michael Thomas, a former standout receiver for the New Orleans Saints, has recently expressed his frustrations publicly, particularly directed at his former teammate, Derek Carr. Currently a free agent, Thomas’s relationship with Carr appears to have soured, especially following an incident involving his successor, Chris Olave.
Olave sustained his second concussion in under a month after taking a heavy hit from Panthers safety Xavier Woods. Following the incident, which left Olave being carted off the field in a neck brace and taken to the hospital for evaluation, Thomas took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts on Carr’s performance. His posts were laden with harsh criticism, describing Carr as “scary” and accusing him of panic throwing.
Thomas’s grievances don’t stop there. He recounted Carr’s lackluster statistics during his time with the Raiders, particularly highlighting that Davante Adams, Carr’s former teammate, needed numerous targets to achieve his reception milestones while Carr struggled significantly during the 2022 season.
This outburst isn’t the first. In the past, Thomas has criticized Carr for his quarterbacking skills, even after suffering a season-ending injury in 2023. After voicing his frustrations, Carr responded by expressing his love for Thomas, stating he was confused about the ongoing tensions and wishing him well, despite the apparent disconnect.
As for Thomas’s current status, he is without a team after being released by the Saints due to a failed physical designation in March 2024. Once a dominant receiver known for his record-setting performances with Drew Brees, Thomas’s career has been marred by injuries, limiting his appearances in recent years.
While Thomas faces an uncertain future as a free agent, his outspokenness signals a desire for accountability and a return to his previous form. Fans and analysts alike hope that Thomas can find a team that believes in his talent and helps revive his storied career.
Looking ahead, it remains to be seen whether Thomas can turn his frustrations into motivation, and if a fresh start elsewhere can reignite his once-brilliant career in the NFL.