The Facts: Thomas, who will miss his second straight game Sunday night with a high ankle sprain, was "moving really well" during Friday's workout and wants to play in Week 4 against the Detroit Lions, a league source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Thomas' availability ultimately will hinge on whether he is cleared by doctors, but the record-setting receiver "looked good" this weekend, according to Schefter's source.
Diehards Line:
Thomas has not practiced since he suffered the ankle injury during the final minutes of New Orleans' Week 1 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Saints chose not to place Thomas on injured reserve, a move that would have required him to miss at least three games. ... We'll follow up as needed.