The numbers without Thomas in the final four games of the regular season were startling and backed up what casual observers could all tell: The Seahawks deeply missed Thomas patrolling the back end of the defense.
With Thomas on the field, teams attempted 42 passes of at least 20 yards, according to Pro Football Focus, and had a passer rating of 61.6.
Without Thomas on the field for the final four games of the regular season, teams attempted 32 passes of at least 20 yards and had a passer rating of 112. It was clear: Teams no longer feared testing the Seahawks’ deep as they once did.