Thomas is likely to start Saturday against Nebraska, Chris Hummer of 247Sports.com reports.
Analysis:Thomas is trending toward a Week 7 start since Dante Moore (concussion) isn't ready to play yet and Dylan Raiola struggled in Week 6 against UCLA. Thomas has been splitting first-team reps with Raiola in practice this week, according to Pete Nakos of On3.com, but he's now expected to get the nod Saturday in what would be his first start of the season. Thomas replaced Raiola late in Oregon's game against UCLA in Week 6, throwing for 156 yards and a touchdown in the fourth quarter.
