His speed has shredded defenses two weeks into the season. His hands are like glue, snagging passes that look damn near impossible (thanks Malik). He’s seemed unguardable so far, taking LSU’s best shot and dominating even when his quarterback can’t get him the ball. No, we’re not talking about Ahmmon Richards; we’re talking about sophomore sensation Jeff Thomas.
With Richards sidelined by injury yet again, Thomas has been forced to step into the top receiver role for Miami and, while losing Richards is a blow, the sophomore receiver has proven himself to be every bit the playmaker Richards is supposed to be.