Dolphins running back Daniel Thomas fell back into a smaller role in the team's back field timeshare in Week 8, in a 27-17 loss to the Patriots.
Thomas, who started last week, was the third back off the bench Sunday. He still finished second on the team with nine carries for 47 yards. Thomas also managed to make an impact in the passing game, as he scored from 5 yards out on his lone reception of the game.
Thomas has looked more effective as a runner in recent weeks, as he is averaging 5.1 yards per carry in two games since the bye week. He will try to keep his momentum up in Week 9, when the Dolphins face the Bengals Thursday.