The Colts failed Thomas' (forearm) physical Thursday after having claimed him off waivers from the 49ers on Wednesday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Thomas hasn't yet fully healed from the forearm fracture he suffered during training camp, so he won't join Indianapolis' 53-man roster. The fourth-year pro will look to get fully healthy and then search for another opportunity to sign with a team.
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Colts' Ambry Thomas: Claimed by Indianapolis
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The Colts claimed Thomas (forearm) off waivers from the 49ers on Wednesday, Joel Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Thomas has been on injured reserve for the entire regular season after he broke his forearm in a preseason game against the Titans in August. He was waived by the 49ers on Tuesday, but he has quickly found a new home with the Colts and will provide depth in the secondary.
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Ambry Thomas: Released from IR
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Thomas (forearm) was released from the 49ers' injured reserve Tuesday.
Thomas has spent the entirety of the 2024 season on injured reserve with a broken forearm that he suffered in August. He will continue to focus on recovering from the injury, and, once healthy, the cornerback will shift his focus to finding his next opportunity in the league.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Opening season on IR
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The 49ers placed Thomas (forearm) on injured reserve Wednesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Thomas is underwent surgery to repair his right forearm, which he broke during the 49ers' preseason opener against the Titans. It's unclear when he'll be cleared to return to practice, but Thomas will be forced to miss at least the first four games of the regular season while on IR. The earliest he can return is Week 5 against the Cardinals on Oct. 6.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Breaks forearm vs. Tennessee
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Thomas suffered a broken right forearm in the 49ers' 17-13 preseason loss to the Titans on Saturday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Thomas left shortly before halftime Saturday and finished the contest with one tackle. The 2021 third-round pick will likely require a multiple-week absence that could extend into the first few games of the regular season. With Thomas sidelined, Renardo Green, Samuel Womack and Rock Ya-Sin are the top candidates to push for the second starting job at corner opposite Charvarius Ward.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Ruled out with forearm injury
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Thomas will not return to Saturday's preseason game against the Titans due to a forearm injury.
Thomas sustained the injury shortly before halftime and took a cart to the locker room. He'll finish the 49ers' preseason opener with one tackle. Expect Isaac Yiadom, Rock Ya-Sin, Chase Lucas and Samuel Womack to see more time at corner in the second half of Saturday's game.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Ready for Super Bowl
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Thomas (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation on the 49ers' final injury report ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl against the Chiefs.
Thomas was a limited participant at practice for consecutive days to start the week before logging a full session Friday. Look for him to take on his usual reserve role in the secondary assuming he avoids any setbacks.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Listed as limited participant
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The 49ers listed Thomas (ankle) as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Josh Dubow of The Associated Press reports.
Thomas is viewed as day-to-day after suffering the ankle injury in Sunday's 34-31 win over the Lions in the NFC Championship Game. The cornerback still has the next two weeks to upgrade to full participation in practice and clear up some of the concern about his availability for the 49ers' Super Bowl matchup with the Chiefs on Feb. 11.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Returns Sunday
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Thomas (knee) returned to Sunday's game against the Rams, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Thomas briefly exited but was able to get back on the field. The cornerback has made three tackles so far in the contest.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Exits due to injury
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Thomas has left Sunday's game against the Rams due to a knee injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Thomas' departure from the contest will be a detriment to the team's depth at corner. Tre Swilling and Isaiah Oliver will be candidates for extra snaps while Thomas is on the sidelines.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Out for finale
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Thomas (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against the Cardinals, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Thomas has been nursing an ankle injury since Dec. 15. He has suited up the last two games, but the 49ers will ultimately err on the side of caution in their final game ahead of the playoffs. He is primarily a special teams contributor for San Francisco.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Good to go Week 17
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Thomas (ankle) has been deemed active ahead of Sunday's game versus the Raiders.
Thomas has been considered questionable to play ahead of back-to-back games after sustaining an ankle injury Week 15 versus Seattle. Nevertheless, he's set to suit up for the seventh time in a row Week 17. Expect Thomas to continue seeing the majority of his playing time on special teams.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Will suit up Saturday
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Thomas (ankle) has been ruled active ahead of Saturday's contest against the Commanders, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Thomas picked up an ankle injury during the Week 15 win over Seattle on Thursday Night Football, leaving him questionable heading into Saturday. The second-year cornerback has played 33 defensive snaps over 13 games this season, and he should primarily contribute on special teams moving forward.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Questionable to return Thursday
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Thomas (ankle) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Seahawks, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
Thomas came into Thursday's contest already dealing with an injured ankle. The cornerback seemed to aggravate the injury in the first half and he is now questionable to return. With backup corner Samuel Womack (concussion) inactive, the 49ers will now turn to Janoris Jenkins as they have limited depth secondary options available.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: Sidelined with knee issue
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Thomas did not participate in Saturday's preseason contest against the Vikings due to a knee injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Thomas suffered the injury during joint practice with the Vikings on Thursday. The severity of the issue is unclear, but the 49ers are down to only six healthy cornerbacks midway through training camp.
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49ers' Ambry Thomas: No injury designation
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Thomas doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Rams.
Thomas missed last week's divisional-round win over the Packers with a knee injury and was limited in practice Wednesday. However, he was a full participant Thursday and Friday and will be able to suit up against the Rams.
