Report: Florida State will have linebacker Matthew Thomas against Notre Dame

Florida State has lifted the suspension of redshirt freshman linebacker Matthew Thomas, according to Rivals’ Warchant.com.

Thomas, a former five-star recruit, had been serving an indefinite suspension for a violation of team rules. He had missed the first six games of the season. But the fact that he will be available for Saturday’s top-five matchup against Notre Dame is great timing, especially for an FSU pass rush that has struggled at times this season.

Thomas had missed the season opener against Oklahoma State with an ankle injury prior to the announcement of the suspension.

Thomas played in the first four games of the 2013 season before suffering a shoulder injury that caused him to miss the rest of the year. He had four tackles.

For more Florida State news, visit Warchant.com.

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