Michael Thomas will miss the entire 2021 season after "another small set back which we will have to address" in his recovery from ankle surgery.

The setback was a new issue that recently developed after Thomas had been progressing in his recovery.

Thomas underwent surgery in June to repair multiple ligaments in his left ankle -- an injury that he initially suffered in Week 1 of the 2020 season and battled throughout that entire year.

"I've always been a man of faith and these past few months my faith has truly been tested," Thomas tweeted.

Thomas continued: "Since [the June ankle surgery], the team and I have worked diligently, day and night to rehab and get me back on the field. Unfortunately there has been another small set back which we will have to address. To my displeasure, I will not be able to make it back in time for this season but will do everything in my power to get back to the player I have always been.

"I know God doesn't make mistakes so I will continue to follow in his path, and can't wait to be back on the field in front of the best fans on the planet."