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Fellow linebacker Junior Seau said he expected Thomas to play.
''He's 5-2 and full of muscle, all fast-twitch. He'll be fine,'' Seau said.
Other than Thomas, cornerback Sam Madison returned to practice Thursday. He is questionable with an ankle injury. Offensive lineman Mark Dixon (doubtful, ankle), safety Shawn Wooden (questionable, hamstring and hand) and center Tim Ruddy (probable, knee) did not practice. Ruddy rested and is expected to play Sunday.