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The Giants converted his base salary to a roster bonus, creating $6.5 million in cap space. The move will likely help the Giants finish signing their 2026 rookie class. Arvell Reese is the last rookie in need of a contract from the team. Thomas remains under contract through 2029.

Stapleton initially writes that Thomas’ shoulder has been “barking” this offseason, before immediately saying that this is “strictly maintenance for his Lisfranc injury.” Thomas suffered the season-ending foot injury in 2024 and was sidelined until Week 3 last year. We had hoped that the foot injury was fully behind him and we do not like the fact that he also has a shoulder issue. Ironically, Stapleton notes that Thomas “is doing more now than he has each of the past few years at this time.” The Giants are undoubtedly hoping he can resume playing at the level that earned him second-team All-Pro honors in 2022.

It’s a sneaky-big loss as Thomas is the Giants best offensive lineman by far. The Giants also have John Michael Schmitz (finger) listed as doubtful for the contest. It lowers the floor for Jaxson Dart in what should, in theory, be a smash start against the Raiders.

When asked if he could resume playing soon, Thomas said only, “we’ll see.” It is not an encouraging update. The Giants face the Raiders this week, whose star player, EDGE Maxx Crosby, rushes the passer. Thomas already seems doubtful to play, though he has a few days to get right.

Thomas made his return from a Lisfranc injury in Week 3 against the Chiefs, playing on 28 of the team’s 66 offensive snaps. Thomas played well in his return, allowing no sacks or pressures, per PFF, while earning a pass blocking grade of 84.4. Daboll didn’t indicate how much more work Thomas could see in Week 4, but it’s clear he’s trending to a complete return in the next week or so.

Thomas has missed the first two games with a Lisfranc issue. He was limited in practice throughout the week before being assigned the questionable tag. Per Rapoport, the Giants will be cautious with their star left tackle and run him through a pre-game workout before making the final call on his status. Getting him back for Week 3 would be a notable boost for one of the league’s worst protection units.

Brian Daboll was optimistic that Thomas would play, but it has the feel of a game-time decision despite three straight limited practices. Thomas would be an enormous upgrade over Marcus Mbow if able to play (and play up to his natural talent) in Week 3.

Back-to-back limited practices is a good step for the star left tackle as he tries to finally be active for Week 3. The Giants seem optimistic that he will return soon, but Friday will tell the tale of if it will happen on Sunday — rookie Marcus Mbow would likely replace James Hudson at left tackle if Thomas isn’t up to the task.

It’s the last thing the Giants need right now as their offensive line lacks impact players, but Thomas’ recovery is coming along slower than expected. He did get a practice session in this week, but it was only limited. It looks like another week of James Hudson’s play at left tackle for Big Blue.

Thomas will reportedly participate in “some team drills” as he works through his rehab program following a 2024 Lisfranc injury. Thomas did not practice yesterday. At best, he can be considered questionable to play in Week 2 against the Cowboys. The Giants listed him as doubtful following Friday’s practice last week. For good or ill, we should have a decent idea of his availability by the end of the day tomorrow.