Andrew Thomas has passed his physical and will return to practice.

The standout left tackle underwent surgery last season after suffering a foot injury against Cincinnati on Oct. 13. He has been rehabbing since then and was placed on the physically unable to perform list at the start of training camp.

The Giants said all offseason that they would be smart with Thomas, taking it day by day through the spring and summer.

"Each day he gets a little bit better," coach Brian Daboll said Sunday, the day after the Giants' preseason victory over the Jets . "So, we'll make that decision when we think it's best for us and him."

That time is now.

The Giants wrap up the preseason Thursday night with a home game against the New England Patriots. Then there will be just 17 days until the regular

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