Thomas (forearm) is listed as probable for Sunday's Super Bowl versus the Panthers, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

Thomas (forearm) is listed as probable for Sunday's Super Bowl versus the Broncos, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

Analysis:

Despite tending to a broken right forearm, which he sustained in the NFC championship game, Thomas in fact is expected to start, according to head coach Ron Rivera. In the regular season, Davis ranked second on the Panthers with 105 tackles, to which he added 5.5 sacks, four interceptions, four forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery in 16 contests.