TE Thomas wearing walking boot

College basketball-player-turned-TE Julius Thomas needs all the repetitions he can get, but they will have to wait while he completes his recovery from ankle surgery. Thomas underwent the procedure in late March after struggling with the lingering effects of a high ankle sprain for six months. He did not practice Monday and his return is not imminent. He was on the field Monday, but wore a walking boot that extended to the base of his knee.