The New York Giants took the field for their final practice of Week 17 on Friday, but beforehand, interim head coach Mike Kafka offered a bit of optimism over left tackle Andrew Thomas, suggesting he has a chance to play on Sunday despite missing practice all week.
Ultimately, Thomas was ruled out. Rookie Marcus Mbow will earn the start at left tackle.
“He’s obviously in kind of a unique situation. That position, in general, just has to be ready to go at a moment’s notice,” offensive coordinator Tim Kelly told reporters. “And at a premier position, being able to go out there and not be noticed is really a testament to him and his ability to prepare, stay locked in.
“And even though he may not be getting all the reps during the week, but being able to understand the game plan and still go out and function at a high level. So, Marcus did a good job with that. He’s got a whole week to prepare, and looking forward to seeing him play on Sunday.”
The news was equally negative for safety Tyler Nubin and defensive lineman D.J. Davidson, who each missed their third straight practice and were also ruled out.
Meanwhile, tight end Theo Johnson was added to the injury report with an illness.
Full injury reports for both the Giants and Raiders can be found below:
New York Giants
Out: OL Andrew Thomas (hamstring), S Tyler Nubin (neck), DL D.J. Davidson (neck/concussion), OL Evan Neal (neck), WR Beaux Collins (neck/concussion)
Doubtful: OL John Michael Schmitz (finger)
Questionable: DT Rakeem Nunez-Roches (ankle/toe), CB Cor’Dale Flott (knee), OL Joshua Ezeudu (calf)
Out: OT Kolton Miller (ankle), DE Maxx Crosby (knee)
Doubtful: None
Questionable: RB Raheem Mostert (ankle/knee), WR Jack Bech (back)