Thomas is the first UNA defender to take home laurels this season, spearheading the Lions’ defense in its second consecutive shutout, 28-0 at home over Arkansas Tech. The junior tied a season-high with four total tackles, including one solo stop. The Zephyrhills, FL native also grabbed his second interception of the season, returning the miscue, 30 yards for a touchdown. His stretched the Lions’ lead to 21-0 with 11:55 on the clock in the third quarter.