Packers meet virtually with Michigan CB Ambry Thomas

The Green Bay Packers will have a virtual pre-draft meeting with Michigan cornerback Ambry Thomas, according to Justin Melo of The Draft Network.

Thomas, an All-Big Ten pick in 2019, opted out of the 2020 season.

The Packers likely see Thomas as an intriguing cornerback prospect with experience playing on the perimeter and in press-man coverage alignments. With Kevin King headed to free agency, the Packers have a need opposite Jaire Alexander.

During his final season at Michigan in 2019, Thomas delivered 38 tackles, 3.0 for loss, seven pass breakups, three interceptions and two fumble recoveries.

From the Draft Network: “Thomas was most effective in coverage playing in press and disrupting route releases inside the contact window—he’s a physical player who does well when able to get his hands on the receiver and upset the timing of patterns. Thomas also flashes quite a bit in shallow spaces as a flat defender in zone coverage; showcasing good awareness of plays developing underneath to drive back to the football.”

Thomas played in 39 total games for the Wolverines, tallying four interceptions, nine pass breakups, one fumble forced, five fumble recoveries and 3.5 tackles for losses. He also returned 39 kickoffs during his first two seasons, including one for a 99-yard touchdown.

Pro Football Focus currently ranks Thomas as the site’s 121st overall prospect in the 2021 draft.

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