College career
Thomas-Oliver began his career at Florida International as a wide receiver and had 36 receptions for 489 yards and a touchdown in two seasons. [1] He became a cornerback prior to his junior year after jokingly covering teammates in practice, making 24 starts over his last two seasons. In his first year at the new position, Thomas-Oliver was a 2018 All-Conference USA Honorable Mention. As a senior, he earned second-team All-Conference USA honors after posting eight passes defensed, an interception, 2.0 sacks, and 4.0 tackles for loss. [2] In his career he had 94 career, two interceptions, seven tackles for loss and 2.0 sacks. [1]
Professional career
Carolina Panthers
Thomas-Oliver was selected in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL draft with the 221st overall pick by the Carolina Panthers. [2]
On November 20, 2021, Thomas-Oliver was placed on injured reserve. [5] He was activated on December 18. [6]
On October 16, 2022, Thomas-Oliver was placed on injured reserve. [7]
On August 29, 2023, Thomas-Oliver was waived for final roster cuts, but signed to the Panthers' practice squad the following day. [8] [9] He was released on September 22. [10]
New York Giants
On October 30, 2023, Thomas-Oliver was signed to the New York Giants practice squad. [11] Following the end of the 2023 regular season, the Giants signed him to a reserve/future contract on January 8, 2024. [12] He was waived on July 31 with a non-football injury designation. [13]
Birmingham Stallions
On November 18, 2024, Thomas-Oliver signed with the Birmingham Stallions. [14]
Detroit Lions
On December 17, 2024, Thomas-Oliver was signed to the Detroit Lions practice squad. [15] He was signed to the active roster on January 4, 2025. [16] He signed a reserve/future contract on January 20, 2025. [17]
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