Veteran S Earl Thomas 'ready' to return to NFL

Safety Earl Thomas said Friday that he's ready to resume his NFL career after a nearly two-year absence.

The seven-time Pro Bowl selection and three-time All-Pro made his intention clear with a simple text, per ESPN.

"I'm ready," Thomas wrote on Friday. "I'm in shape. My timing is on point -- I'm proud of that."

Thomas, who turns 33 in May, stepped away from the NFL after being released by the Baltimore Ravens on Aug.