[fullmetal]

Chase made one writer's list of 10 best UDFA signings.  No-brainer there.

Chase Thomas, LB, New Orleans Saints

The stereotypical Stanford linebacker is strong and makes up for what he lacks in speed by being exceedingly smart. While that obviously isn't true of all Stanford linebackers, that fits Thomas perfectly. There are questions about whether he has the speed to cut it in the NFL, but he was a star for the Cardinals. He was a monster as a blitzer. Thomas is slightly undersized, but is still very strong and has every other tool you look for, which the Saints hope can mask his slower feet.

http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/4/28/42...t-signings


Also, this article ranks him as the 85th best player overall.
http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-mock-draft/2...in/4040623

[fullmetal]

Chase made one writer's list of 10 best UDFA signings.  No-brainer there.

Chase Thomas, LB, New Orleans Saints

The stereotypical Stanford linebacker is strong and makes up for what he lacks in speed by being exceedingly smart. While that obviously isn't true of all Stanford linebackers, that fits Thomas perfectly. There are questions about whether he has the speed to cut it in the NFL, but he was a star for the Cardinals. He was a monster as a blitzer. Thomas is slightly undersized, but is still very strong and has every other tool you look for, which the Saints hope can mask his slower feet.

http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/4/28/42...t-signings


Also, this article ranks him as the 85th best player overall.
http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-mock-draft/2...in/4040623