http://www.yardbarker.com/rss/player/3628 Recent articles about Hollis Thomas en-us More photos » by Alan Diaz - AP Browse more photos » The Panthers do not stop the run particularly well. They give up 130.7 per game on the ground, 26th in the league. Opponents are picking up 4.7 yards per carry against them. Ricky Williams went for 119 against the Panthers last week. Nose tackle Hollis Thomas is the best run defender on Carolina's line. Tyler Brayton is solid. It is a struggle for everybody else. ... Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:13:24 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/New_York_Jets_Run_Offense_vs_Carolina_Panthers_Run_Defense/1644171 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/New_York_Jets_Run_Offense_vs_Carolina_Panthers_Run_Defense/1644171 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/New_York_Jets_Run_Offense_vs_Carolina_Panthers_Run_Defense/1644171 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/1/1/11ba868294b89d6f43ac15c7026da2ab32be1e42/small/Tampa_Bay_Buccaneers_672f.jpg More photos » by Bill Kostroun - AP Will Coach Rex Ryan and RB Thomas Jones be able to perfect their 'happy dance' this weekend against the Panthers? (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) Browse more photos »   Good morning Panther faithful and happy hump day! As I said in a previous post I'm not really sure if this Wednesday is technically a hump day due to the holiday, but I do know it feels like an eternity before getting to ... Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:47:14 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Carolina_Panthers_8217_Hump_Day_Prognostication_New_York_Jets_edition/1629714 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Carolina_Panthers_8217_Hump_Day_Prognostication_New_York_Jets_edition/1629714 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Carolina_Panthers_8217_Hump_Day_Prognostication_New_York_Jets_edition/1629714 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg More photos » by Jeff Roberson - AP FILE -- Defensive tackle Hollis Thomas during training camp, in St. Louis. Thomas recently signed with the Panthers after the Rams had cut him earlier this season. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File) Browse more photos » Seeking to replace two defensive tackles who are already out for the season with injury, the Panthers signed veteran Hollis Thomas last week. The 340-pound T... Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:48:38 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/A_Conversation_with_Hollis_Thomas/1326398 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/A_Conversation_with_Hollis_Thomas/1326398 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/A_Conversation_with_Hollis_Thomas/1326398 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg The Panthers signed veteran defensive tackle Hollis Thomas on Thursday.Known as a run-stopper, the 6-1, 340-pound Thomas spent 10 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, before playing for the New Orleans Saints for the last three seasons.Thomas has played in 165 NFL games, including 123 starts, and has made 670 career tackles.The acquisition of Thomas should help shore up the middle of the Panthers' defensive line, which has already lost both Maake Kemoeatu (torn achillies tendon) and Loui... Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:12:59 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_Add_Veteran_DT/1281223 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_Add_Veteran_DT/1281223 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_Add_Veteran_DT/1281223 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg Veteran defensive tackle Hollis Thomas didn’t stay unemployed for long. Released by the Rams on Tuesday, the St. Louis native visited Carolina on Wednesday, and signed with the Panthers today. Carolina is currently in its bye week and doesn’t play again… Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:52:02 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Former_Rams_DT_Hollis_Thomas_signs_with_Carolina/1278935 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Former_Rams_DT_Hollis_Thomas_signs_with_Carolina/1278935 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Former_Rams_DT_Hollis_Thomas_signs_with_Carolina/1278935 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg In with Hollis Thomas, out with Sunny Harris The Panthers don't have time to develop anyone at DT right now, and have said goodbye to Sunny Harris in favor of veteran Hollis Thomas. Thomas (6'0", 340lbs) was recently cut by the Rams. When he's healthy, he's an effective space-eater in the middle. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:41:37 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/In_with_Hollis_Thomas_out_with_Sunny_Harris/1278896 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/In_with_Hollis_Thomas_out_with_Sunny_Harris/1278896 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/In_with_Hollis_Thomas_out_with_Sunny_Harris/1278896 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg Hollis Thomas has signed with the Carolina Panthers, another move made by a struggling team trying to fill their void at defensive tackle. Rookie tackle Ra'Shon Harris was released on Thursday to make room for Thomas, who was let go by St. Louis a day earlier. The 35-year-old Thomas was a reserve in three games for the Rams and made four tackles. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:36:10 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_sign_veteran_DT_Thomas_release_Harris/1278951 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_sign_veteran_DT_Thomas_release_Harris/1278951 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_sign_veteran_DT_Thomas_release_Harris/1278951 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg Defensive tackle Hollis Thomas, a 14-year veteran released this week by the St. Louis Rams, is signing with the Carolina Panthers today, according to a source. Thomas, 35, will add much-needed depth to Carolina's injury-depleted defensive line. The Panthers moved... Thu, 01 Oct 2009 06:59:24 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_signing_DT_Thomas_today_says_source/1278589 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_signing_DT_Thomas_today_says_source/1278589 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Panthers_signing_DT_Thomas_today_says_source/1278589 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg Released by the St. Louis Rams on Tuesday, veteran defensive tackle Hollis Thomas visited the Carolina Panthers on Wednesday. Injuries have left the Panthers thin at defensive tackle, with former Ram Damione Lewis the only experienced player still healthy. Thomas, 35, was a favorite… Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:47:01 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/Former_Rams_DT_Hollis_Thomas_visits_Carolina/1276538 http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/Former_Rams_DT_Hollis_Thomas_visits_Carolina/1276538 http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/Former_Rams_DT_Hollis_Thomas_visits_Carolina/1276538 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg   The Rams have cut DT Hollis Thomas. He was a big body in the middle, but maybe too big and too old. Also, WR Nate Jones has been promoted from the practice squad to fill the void left by Laurent Robinson. He was a player at Texas, but there's probably a reason he has yet to crack the big leagues. Only time will tell. Bernie says that Bulger v. Boller is not the debate to be having. I wholeheartedly agree. The Rams are -9 1/2 dogs on the road against the 'Niners. S... Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:44:21 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Roster_Moves_Wednesday_Random_Ramsdom_930/1271951 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Roster_Moves_Wednesday_Random_Ramsdom_930/1271951 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Roster_Moves_Wednesday_Random_Ramsdom_930/1271951 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg The Rams cut veteran DT Hollis Thomas this morning.  Hollis Thomas was signed as a free agent at the beginning of training camp.  He never had the desired impact the Rams were hoping he would.  He has had a career as a wide-body run-stuffing DT and with the Rams he didn’t live up to expectations.  [...] Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:16:26 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Rams_Cut_Hollis_Thomas/1271814 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Rams_Cut_Hollis_Thomas/1271814 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Rams_Cut_Hollis_Thomas/1271814 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg The roster-churning continues unabated in St. Louis. Veteran defensive tackle Hollis Thomas became the latest Ram to go. The St. Louis native, who played his high school football at Sumner, had his contract terminated by the club on Tuesday. Thomas, 35,… Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:16:10 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Veteran_DT_Hollis_Thomas_is_latest_Ram_to_go/1270378 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Veteran_DT_Hollis_Thomas_is_latest_Ram_to_go/1270378 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Veteran_DT_Hollis_Thomas_is_latest_Ram_to_go/1270378 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg Alright, gentlemen, listen up! This is a chalkboard. It's made primarily of slate. Got that Jimmy? Well, damnit, pay attention! Why the hell do you think I wear this coat and hat indoors? View full size photo uploaded August 1, 2009   I know I suggested doing the next episode on the O-line in the last PBP, but with the signing of Hollis Thomas, I thought this had more immediate relevance.  Today's Playbook Pr... Sun, 02 Aug 2009 14:40:19 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/The_PBP_gaps_techniques_and_the_Hollis_Thomas_effect/922785 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/The_PBP_gaps_techniques_and_the_Hollis_Thomas_effect/922785 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/The_PBP_gaps_techniques_and_the_Hollis_Thomas_effect/922785 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg Recently, veteran defensive tackle Hollis Thomas visited the Eagles.Soon, Thomas might be doing more than visiting an NFL city.Per a league source, Thomas is expected to sign a contract this week. He is considering four different franchises.Though it's unclear whether... Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:17:31 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/Hollis_Thomas_plans_to_pick_a_team_this_week/880719 http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/Hollis_Thomas_plans_to_pick_a_team_this_week/880719 http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/Hollis_Thomas_plans_to_pick_a_team_this_week/880719 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg Defensive tackle Hollis Thomas is still looking for a team, and the big 335 pound tackle might be close to a return to Philadelphia, as he took a physical with the Eagles last month. The team spokesman, Derek Boyko, told the Philadelphia Inquirer that Thomas came in last month and took a physical. The [...] Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:09:30 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Eagles_Looking_at_Options_to_Add_DT_Hollis_Thomas/837552 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Eagles_Looking_at_Options_to_Add_DT_Hollis_Thomas/837552 http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/article_external/Eagles_Looking_at_Options_to_Add_DT_Hollis_Thomas/837552 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/5/e5cbd4ae8f88721364b04b7c67c7b6e702fb1a60/small/PicImg_New_Orleans_Saints_599f.jpg