Thomas (calf) is active for Sunday's game at Houston.

EDGE Analysis

Thomas will play, but it remains to be seen how many targets he will see as the Chiefs also have Jason Avant and Chris Conley looking to get in on the action behind Jeremy Maclin and Albert Wilson.

Thomas is officially probable for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Texans.

EDGE Analysis

Thomas skipped the final preseason game last week, but was a full participant all week at practice. All signs point to him suiting up on Sunday, but it's unclear how much he will play. Coach Andy Reid expressed an interest in getting the ball in the speedster's hands, but hat will likely come in the passing game following his switch to wide receiver. Given the depth at the position, he may not have as clear a path to snaps as he would have had last season.

Thomas (calf) was a full participant at Monday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

While Thomas skipped the Chiefs' final preseason game last Thursday, his return to practice Monday could foreshadow him being available for Week 1. Coach Andy Reid earlier indicated that he would be eased back into action, so it's possible he'll have a limited snap count in the first game. Even when healthy, the wide receiver group behind Jeremy Maclin remains a bit cloudy, but Thomas should remain in the fold.

Thomas (calf) did not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Rams.

EDGE Analysis

While Thomas did return to practice in a limited capacity Sunday, he's still being eased back into action on the whole. As a result, the Chiefs likely weren't going to chance him suffering a setback of some kind in the final preseason game, and it's still a little unclear whether or not he'll be ready for Week 1.

Thomas returned to practice Sunday in a limited capacity. "De'Anthony will work his way back in," coach Andy Reid said Sunday morning. "He did the walk thru with us and we'll see how he holds up. Just kind of taking him slow out there."

EDGE Analysis

Thomas has been sidelined since the first preseason game due to the strained calf, but will slowly be reintegrated into both the offense and special teams. The speedster has officially made the shift to wide receiver for the 2015 season, but missed valuable time in training camp that could cost him some playing time in the regular season.

Thomas (calf) will miss his second straight preseason game Friday against the Titans, Adam Teicher of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thomas suffered the injury in the preseason game against the Cardinals two weeks ago, and it will cost he hasn't returned to practice since. He made the switch to wide receiver in the offseason, and entered camp with a legitimate shot at earning a spot as the Chiefs' slot receiver. However, all the missed time may have cost him that. Nobody has really stood out though, so a return to practice soon and a strong showing late in camp could keep him in contention for some snaps on Sundays.

Thomas has been working with the Chiefs' wide receivers in practice, ESPN.com reports. After being grouped with the team's running backs as a rookie last season, this year Thomas has been working with the team's wideouts. Whereas Thomas could be a liability at times as a blocker in the backfield, in his new assignment the team hopes to take full advantage of his speed in opponents' secondaries. If the switch pans out, he could earn some fantasy utility in PPR formats.

Thomas is expected to receive snaps as the slot receiver in training camp, ESPN reports. It's not a huge surprise that Thomas could be utilized in that fashion considering he hauled in 23 passes last season. The second-year speedster will likely serve in a similar role as Dexter McCluster did in his time with the team as a hybrid RB/WR, and taking snaps in the slot is reflective of that mentality.

Thomas rushed one time for 18 yards and caught three passes on three targets for 28 yards in the season finale Sunday against the Chargers. Thomas continues to serve as an X factor in the offense, showing the versatility to line up in the backfield as well as out wide. He also serves a large role as a punt returner. Thomas got a late start in 2014, missing the first four games due to a hamstring injury. The rookie finished the season with more receptions (23) and receiving yards (156) than rushes (14) and rushing yards (113), though his only touchdown came on the ground. He appears to have taken on the role vacated by Dexter McCluster after the 2013 season, and projects to do the same again in 2015, with his largest impacts likely coming on special teams and in the passing game. He is an explosive player that averaged 8.1 yards per carry, and it wouldn't be surprising if the Chiefs find a way to get him more involved in the game plan.

Thomas rushed one time for minus-six yards Sunday against the Steelers, adding six catches for 47 yards. Thomas has been utilized as another pass-catching weapon for the Chiefs lately. He doesn't see too many carries on a consistent basis, with Knile Davis considered the backup to Jamaal Chalres, and will likely continue to serve mainly in the passing game and on special teams.