New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas missed practice on Wednesday due to a knee injury, and although his status for Sunday's game is unclear, coach Sean Payton indicated Thursday the ailment isn't too serious.

When asked if Thomas' injury was significant or long term, Payton said, "No," during his Thursday morning teleconference.

Thomas was a surprise absence from Wednesday's practice as he played 60 of 76 offensive snaps in last Sunday's win over the Green Bay Packers.

Saints enter Week 8 with deep respect for Bears rookie quarterback Mitchell Trubisky