Bishop Thomas’ stint with the Colorado football team seems to have come to an abrupt halt. Reports indicate that Thomas, the defensive lineman, has been absent from team activities since the spring semester began and is unlikely to compete with the Buffaloes in 2024. It’s rumored that Thomas was suspended indefinitely for breaking team rules. With no sign of Thomas joining offseason drills, many wonder if he’ll be reinstated, especially since Sanders has recruited new defensive line talents.

Despite this, Colorado’s head coach Deion Sanders hasn’t addressed the situation. Meanwhile, a recent Instagram post from Thomas has sparked more speculation. Did the post finally clear up the rumors about his dismissal?

Bishop Thomas is setting the record straight

Though rumors about Thomas’ status as a player fly, he has yet to offer any official confirmation, fueling the uncertainty. However, in Prime’s new docuseries ‘Coach Prime,’ it was mentioned that Thomas had been suspended and his status for the upcoming season was under evaluation by Sanders and his staff.

Adding fuel to the fire, Thomas recently posted an Instagram story featuring himself in a Colorado Buffaloes uniform with the caption, “Stick to it. Stand on it.” This cryptic message seems to hint at his current situation and his possible firm stance on it. Now, as speculation mounts about Thomas’ future with the team, fans are eager for official clarity. Many are hopeful that Thomas will return to the roster, ready to contribute significantly on the field. However, Colorado and Sanders are moving on from Bishop Thomas. 

A promising start followed by uncertainty

Last year, Coach Prime recruited Bishop Thomas through the transfer portal. Since then, the three-star prospect from Florida has played a total of 123 snaps in nine games for the Buffs, recording 117 defensive snaps and making six tackles (two for loss). He memorably took the field as a fullback in Colorado’s season opener against TCU. However, the season ended with an indefinite suspension for violating team rules. 

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With a towering height of 6’2 and weighing 305 pounds, Prime could potentially utilize Thomas’ large size in his defensive tactics. Thomas’s familiarity with the Buffs’ defense, along with the influx of new talent, can also bolster the team’s defense. Nonetheless, fans eagerly await Thomas’s return to the team as the Buffs are preparing for the Black and Gold Spring Game. Let us know your thoughts on his dismissal below.