When the Washington Commanders activated tight end Logan Thomas from the physically unable to perform list late in training camp last month, there was optimism he’d be ready to play in Week 1.
Thomas has been back on the practice field with his teammates, going through individual drills and participating in other drills. Thomas has maintained Week 1 was the goal, but there were no guarantees.
The Commanders returned to practice Monday ahead of their Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Thomas was on the field with his teammates.
After practice, Thomas spoke to reporters and offered an update on his status for Week 1, per John Keim of ESPN. On his status, Thomas said he was looking at “this week or next.”
As for any limitations, Thomas offered the following update: “Still feel things here and there, but not anything that affects the way I play.”
TE Logan Thomas said he's still not sure yet if he'll play in the opener. Said he's building to playing "this week or next." Asked about limitations: "Still feel things here and there, but not anything that affects the way I play."
— John Keim (@john_keim) September 5, 2022
Fortunately for Washington, John Bates, Cole Turner and Armani Rogers all appear healthy. Keeping Thomas on the sideline for the first week or two is the right decision for the Commanders if all sides agree Thomas isn’t quite ready for Week 1.
Thomas certainly looks ready.
Logan Thomas, John Bates and Cole Turner working through individual drills this morning pic.twitter.com/I8yvt4Bzaj
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 5, 2022
