David (foot) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The linebacker has opened the week with consecutive limited efforts at practice. David's ability to participate both days bodes well for his chances to play in Sunday's divisional-round matchup with the Rams, though his status at Friday's practice will provide a clearer indication of his availability.

David (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

EDGE Analysis

Though the Buccaneers activated David from injured reserve Saturday following a three-game absence, the team still designated him as questionable heading into the playoff opener. The designation was likely just a precaution in case David suffered a setback with his foot in pregame warmups, but his active status implies that didn't materialize. Expect David to step back into his usual starting role at inside linebacker, giving the Buccaneers a sure tackler in the middle as the team looks to slow down a potent Eagles rushing attack.

David (foot) is questionable for Sunday against the Eagles, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

David was activated from IR on Saturday and it was expected he was going to be playing Sunday, and although he may still do so, it isn't a sure thing. The return of David would be a big boost to the Buccaneers' linebacker unit, as he is one of the leaders of their defense. If he can't suit up though, Kevin Minter would likely continue to start in his place.

The Buccaneers activated David (foot) from injured reserve Saturday, Carmen Vitali of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

David missed the final three games of the regular season due to a foot injury, but he'll be available for Sunday's wild-card matchup after returning to practice this week. Across his six appearances prior to his absence, the 31-year-old racked up 55 tackles (35 solo), a sack, two forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and a pass defense.

David (foot) is questionable for Sunday's wild-card matchup with the Eagles, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Bruce Arians said Friday that David and Leonard Fournette (hamstring) are "the most questionable" among the numerous players whose statuses are in doubt for Sunday. There doesn't appear to be much optimism surrounding David, who was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, but Tampa Bay likely won't make an official ruling until closer to gameday.

David (foot) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

David landed on injured reserve ahead of Week 16, but the team has been hopeful that the linebacker will return to action for the playoffs. Although the 31-year-old was back at practice Wednesday, it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Eagles.

The Buccaneers are hopeful David (foot) will be able to return for the playoffs, Dianna Russini of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

David was placed on the IR prior to Week 16, so he would be eligible to return Wildcard Weekend, health provided. Kevin Minter has replaced him at inside linebacker opposite Devin White while he has been sidelined. The first step in activating this process would be for the Bucs to designate David for return following their regular-season finale versus the Panthers.

Tampa Bay placed David (foot) on injured reserve Thursday, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Multiple reports previously suggested that David would miss multiple games after he injured his foot in Sunday's 9-0 loss to the Saints, and his move to IR now makes the matter official. He'll remain sidelined through the end of the regular season, with Tampa Bay presumably hopeful that three weeks of rest and recovery will be enough for David to be healthy in advance of a potential postseason run. Due to his early shutdown, David will fall just short of the 100-tackle mark -- he's recorded 97 in 12 games -- for only the second time in his 10 NFL seasons.

David (foot) has a foot sprain that may keep him out for up to four weeks, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

David suffered the injury late in the fourth quarter of the Buccaneers' loss to the Saints on Sunday. The report adds that he could return in Week 18, and although he hasn't been ruled out for Sunday against the Panthers, it appears he is very doubtful to suit up. The former Pro-Bowler has been a force this season, with 97 tackles (63 solo), two sacks, three passes defensed, two forced fumbles and a recovery in 12 games. His presence will certainly be missed on the Tampa Bay defense for whatever length of time he is out. K.J. Britt and Kevin Minter are the likeliest candidates that will be called upon to step up in David's place.

David didn't return to Sunday's loss to the Saints due to a foot injury, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

David sustained his foot injury late in the contest and was labeled as questionable to return, but he didn't get back on the field in the closing minutes. Prior to his departure, he had a team-high 11 tackles (eight solo) along with a sack and a forced fumble. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available against the Panthers on Dec. 26.