Earl Thomas

Earl Thomas (hamstring) will return for Seahawks versus Falcons

Seattle Seahawks defensive back Earl Thomas (hamstring) will return for Week 11 against the Atlanta Falcons, head coach Pete Carroll confirmed on Thursday.

What It Means:

The Seahawks lost Richard Sherman (Achilles) for the year, but they get Thomas back after a two-game absence. He remains one of the best in the league at his position.

The Seahawks enter Week 11 with the 5th-best secondary in the league, based on Adjusted Defensive Passing Net Expected Points allowed per play. numberFire's models project Thomas to record 3.8 tackles, 0.4 pass deflections, 0.3 interceptions, and 0.02 touchdowns.