That certainly didn’t take long.
Amidst rumors of issues with the coaching staff that surfaced earlier in the week, speculation was making the rounds earlier in the day today that Jeff Thomas had decided to leave the Miami football team. Prior to Wednesday’s practice, a U-M spokesperson clarified that the wide receiver was still a member of the team but wouldn’t be at practice as he tended to an unspecified personal matter.
Just a short time ago, however, The U announced in a press release that Thomas has been dismissed from the football program. No specific reason for the dismissal was given.
“We have high standards for excellence, for conduct and for the commitment to team for all of the young men who wear our uniform, and we will not waver from those standards,” head coach Mark Richt said in a statement. “We wish Jeff the very best as he moves forward in his journey.”
Thomas is currently leading the Hurricanes in receptions (35) and receiving yards (563). The sophomore’s 16.1 yards per reception are second on the team while his three touchdown receptions are tied for third.
Miami closes out the 2018 regular season with a home date against ACC Coastal champion and 24th-ranked Pitt this Saturday.
