After being dismissed from the Canes’ program in November, Thomas announced he was going to transfer to Illinois in December. After Mark Richt left and Manny Diaz took over as the Canes’ Head Coach, there were rumors and reports that Thomas was considering returning — or asking to return — to the Miami Football program.
After some tense days for Illinois fans, Thomas told Illinois beat writer Bob Asmussen that he intends to enroll in Champaign shortly and go through with his plan to transfer.
Thomas on his way to join #Illini, Plans to start classes soon.