David (ankle) is expected to play against the Cardinals on Sunday, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

David has been out since Week 3 and was limited in practice this week to earn the questionable tag, but head coach Dirk Koetter indicated in a radio appearance that he will play against the Cardinals. The return of the 27-year-old could provide a big boost for the Buccaneers' defense which is still without starting middle linebacker Kwon Alexander (hamstring).

David (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Arizona.

EDGE Analysis

David was a limited practice participant all week and could make his first appearance since suffering a high-ankle sprain in Week 3. With Kwon Alexander (hamstring) ruled out and David potentially limited or absent, rookie Kendell Beckwith remains the safest IDP option among Tampa Bay's talented linebacker group.

David (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The appearance marks David's first since suffering a high-ankle sprain in Week 3. Initially, he was tabbed with a recovery of approximately one month, meaning he may be ahead of schedule after his return to drills Wednesday. He was joined by fellow stalwart at linebacker, Kwon Alexander (hamstring), who was limited as well. The Buccaneers could very well be back to full strength on the defensive side of the ball sooner rather than later.

David (ankle) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Patriots, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

David will be sidelined for a second consecutive contest due to a high-ankle sprain. With Kwon Alexander also on the pine due with a hamstring injury, the Buccaneers will bequeath Adarius Glanton and Kendell Beckwith with every-down gigs.

David (ankle) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Patriots, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Davis suffered a high-ankle sprain Week 3 against the Vikings and had an initial timetable estimated at one month. He's yet to return to practice and won't be ready by Thursday. Week 6 against the Cardinals would be pushing it, but David might have a shot if he's back at practice next week. With Kwon Alexander (hamstring) also unavailable, Kendell Beckwith and Adarius Glanton will both handle three-down roles. It's an upgrade for Rob Gronkowski, Tom Brady and all of the New England running backs.

David (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's Week 4 tilt against the Giants, the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

David's inactive status comes as no surprise, considering he's believed to have a multi-week injury. The Bucs will roll out Cameron Lynch as the Will linebacker against the Giants in his stead.

David (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Giants, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

David is expected to miss about a month and was unable to practice all week. With Kwon Alexander (hamstring) also unavailable, Kendell Beckwith is set for a three-down role that could lead to significant IDP production. Adarius Glanton also figures to take on a heavy workload in an injury-marred Tampa defense.

David is expected to miss about a month while recovering from a high-ankle sprain, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

David was injured during Sunday's 34-17 loss to the Vikings and spotted using a walking boot and crutches after the game. With fellow linebacker Kwon Alexander (hamstring) already sidelined the Bucs had Adarius Glanton in the starting lineup and utilized Kendell Beckwith in a three-down role. David's upcoming absence will be a major blow to the Tampa Bay defense, particularly if Alexander isn't able to return soon. Beckwith had eight tackles in Sunday's loss and should be a suitable IDP until both David and Alexander are back in the lineup.

David suffered a left ankle injury during Sunday's loss at Minnesota, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

An X-ray on David's ankle has already returned negative results, but he's currently wearing a walking boot and requires crutches to move about. The Bengals believe he may be dealing with a high-ankle sprain, which could be confirmed after Monday's MRI. With middle linebacker Kwon Alexander sidelined with a hamstring injury, the Buccaneers could soon be relying upon Kendell Beckwith and Adarius Glanton as their top two linebackers.

David left Sunday's game against the Vikings with knee injury and didn't return, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

On the bright side, David's X-rays were negative, according to Roy Cummings of WFLA NewsChannel 8. There will likely be more tests on the star linebacker's knee, but this injury further dwindles the Bucs' defensive corps since Kwon Alexander (hamstring) is also out for a few more weeks. David is the fifth defensive starter to end Sunday's game with an ailment of some degree.