The Saints have lost starting DT Hollis Thomas for at least the next two months due to a torn triceps muscle.  Thomas played in all 16 games for the Saints last season and he made 50 tackles and had 3 sacks.  Thomas’ main job was to keep blockers off of the linebackers to make plays and he was pretty good at his job.  But, this opens up a starting spot for first round pick Sedrick Ellis who has a huge upside.  It’s unfortunate that Thomas got injured but the Saints could be better on defense because of it.