Blake Solly will leave his position as Super League general manager to take over as chief executive of South Sydney Rabbitohs. Rogie Vachon Jersey . The one-time lawyer, who has been Super League general manager since 2014, will begin his role at the Rabbitohs on May 17 and the search for his replacement begins immediately.The decision to leave was extremely difficult but this is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the best clubs in rugby league, said Solly, who began his career with the Rugby Football League seven years ago. South Sydney Rabbitohs are a powerhouse on and off the field, the most successful club in NRL history with a passionate fan base and extremely strong board. Sam Burgess, one of the South Sydney Rabbitohs stars It will be tough to leave a great group of people at the RFL and Super League and I would like to thank the staff, clubs and fans for their support.The competition is in great shape, and in a strong position to grow quickly in the coming years. However, the time is right to return with my family to Australia after over 11 years in the United Kingdom.I would also like to express my appreciation to the RFL for allowing me to begin work at South Sydney in May.Commenting on the appointment, Rabbitohs chairman Nicholas Pappas said: Were delighted to be bringing someone of Blakes calibre to our club as CEO.His experience in managing one of the codes largest professional bodies internationally, coupled with his background in the legal profession, is a perfect mix for our club. Rabbitohs celebrate winning the 2015 World Club Challenge Blake will fit well into our new structure here at South Sydney, managing the commercial and administrative arms of the business and working closely alongside our general manager of football, Shane Richardson, to ensure our club continues its rise 10 years after private investment.The RFLs marketing director Mark Foster, who has been with the governing body for four years, will take on Sollys role while the search is on for a successor.RFL chief executive Nigel Wood said: Blake has been an excellent general manager for the First Utility Super League and we are all, of course, naturally disappointed that he is leaving to return to Australia.Over the last couple of years Blake has contributed an incredible amount to the RFL and in ensuring that the First Utility Super League remains the premier sports league of the British summer. We wish him all the best in his new role. 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There is no swelling, no discomfort, no issues. Im able to go about my business." Manning had ankle surgery in early April after enduring the worst season of his 10-year NFL career. He threw 27 interceptions with just 18 TDs and was sacked a career-high 39 times. The Giants finished 7-9. The ankle bothered Manning for most of the season and knocked him out of the final game against the Washington Redskins, the first time Manning went to the sideline because of an injury in his career. "My goal was always to be back for the OTAs," Manning said. "The doctors said that I needed seven weeks after surgery. They didnt tell me that I wouldnt be ready, but I had it in my mind that I should be ready. After three weeks, I knew I was feeling pretty good." The Giants are installing a new version of the West Coast offence under the guidance of new offensive co-ordinator Ben McAdoo. "It has been a learning experience for me and for everyone, learning the new offence," Manning said. "I like it. 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The goal now is not to have any setbacks. Ill continue to monitor it, rehab it. I still have some work to do." Hes not the only Giant player making a comeback from surgery. Defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul spent the off-season rehabbing a shoulder injury after back surgery last June. Having lost 20 pounds down to 275, Pierre-Paul feels fit and ready to return to his All-Pro status. "I feel great," said Pierre-Paul, who had only two sacks in 11 games last season. "Nothing is bothering me. Its all behind me. I know I wasnt at 100 per cent last year. Its a new season, a team with a lot of new faces. Im ready to go out there and show everyone what I can do." Running back David Wilson had neck surgery after the first-round pick out of West Virginia played five games in 2013, collecting only 146 yards. Doctors said at the time that his surgery was possibly career-threatening. "The doctors are worried about me bumping into someone or falling down," said Wilson, who is still prohibited from enduring any contact until his next MRI on Wednesday. "I feel great, but its out of my hands. I just have to rest." Wilson participated in some light drills Thursday. "Hes out there running and hes looking good," Coughlin said of Wilson. Safety Stevie Brown, who had left knee surgery last fall after tearing it in preseason, wore no brace. "One of the first things I did when I first started rehab was not having to rely on any brace," said Brown, who was second in the NFL in interceptions with eight in 2012, before missing all of last season. "I did things slowly without a brace." ' ' '