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New England Patriots: 7 standouts from minicamp

By Marcus Stanois

Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones (31) against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones (31) against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 17, 2015; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers safety John Battle (26) and defensive back Dwayne Thomas (13) break up a pass to Florida Gators wide receiver Antonio Callaway (81) during the fourth quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. LSU defeated Florida 35-28.Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 17, 2015; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers safety John Battle (26) and defensive back Dwayne Thomas (13) break up a pass to Florida Gators wide receiver Antonio Callaway (81) during the fourth quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. LSU defeated Florida 35-28.Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /

#27 Dwayne Thomas, DB

The Patriots signed former-Louisiana State defensive back Dwayne Thomas as an undrafted free agent last month. In four seasons at LSU, he racked up 110 tackles, 16.5 for a loss, 5.5 sacks, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles.

At 6-foot, 201 pounds, Thomas has a better build for the corner position than fellow undrafted rookies Kenny Moore and Will Likely.

According to Doug Kyed, Thomas finished Wednesday’s mini-camp session with two pass breakups:

Patriots Football Weekly’s Paul Perillo (@pfwpaul) also commented on Thomas, saying:

Pats Pulpit’s Bernd Buchmasser (@BerndBuchmasser) noted Thomas’ versatility in his roster breakdown:

"“After establishing himself as a starter for LSU in 2015, Dwayne Thomas returned in the same role in 2016; as a versatile and productive member on one of the nation’s premier defenses. Playing not only at safety but both slot and perimeter cornerback as well,” – Bernd Buchmasser"

Thomas’ experience playing both cornerback and safety could increase his odds at making the Patriots’ 53-man roster. New England has a good track record at turning undrafted defenders like Jonathan Jones and Brandon King into quality special teamers. If Thomas can impress as a contributor on kickoffs and punts he could potentially beat out Jordan Richards for the final safety spot.

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