Ebner (shoulder) is inactive for the Patriots' season opener against the Chiefs on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Ebner returned to practice Saturday and seemed optimistic throughout the week. The Patriots will have to do without two of their core special teams players, as Matthew Slater is also inactive.

Ebner (concussion) is active for Sunday's Super Bowl LI against the Falcons.

EDGE Analysis

Indeed cleared of concussion symptoms stemming from the AFC championship game, Ebner will fill his typical role on the Patriots' special-teams units.

Ebner (concussion) is questionable to play in Sunday's Super Bowl against the Falcons.

EDGE Analysis

Although Ebner was a limited participant in practice the past two weeks due to a concussion suffered in the AFC championship game, he's expected to be cleared in time for Sunday's Super Bowl

Ebner (concussion) is expected to play in Sunday's Super Bowl against the Falcons, Ryan Hannable of WEEI reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Patriots will likely have their special teams ace available Sunday despite the fact that Ebner wore a non-contact jersey during Thursday's practice. Ebner was a second-team All-Pro selection as a specialist while teammate Matthew Slater took home first-team honors. The former rugby star racked up 19 tackles and forced a fumble during the regular season and will help edify New England's special teams units Sunday.

Ebner (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, the Boston Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

It isn't clear if Ebner cleared concussion protocol, but his return to practice Wednesday suggests he's at least extremely close. Expect his game status for Sunday's Super Bowl to be confirmed prior to kickoff.

Ebner (concussion) was held out Thursday's practice session.

EDGE Analysis

Ebner suffered a concussion in Sunday's AFC championship game and has yet to return to practice. The extra week off prior to the Super Bowl may afford him enough time to return and assume his usual role on special teams.

Ebner suffered a head injury during Sunday's AFC championship game and will not return.

EDGE Analysis

Ebner is a fixture on special teams but nothing more. He'll look to clear concussion protocol in order to suit up for next month's Super Bowl.

Ebner did not practice Wednesday due to a concussion.

EDGE Analysis

Ebner is currently backing up Devin McCourty at free safety. Look for Brandon King to fill Ebner's role if he is unable to go Sunday against the Rams.

Ebner has been selected to the USA Rugby Men's Sevens team that will compete at this summer's Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, NFL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ebner took a leave of absence from the Patriots in Match and will now remain away from the team while competing for his country in this summer's Olympics. An All-American rugby player at Ohio State and special teams standout in New England, Ebner signed a new contract with the Patriots earlier this year and is expected to rejoin his teammates in training camp after the Olympics.

ESPN Boston gives second-year S Nate Ebner a 65 percent chance of keeping his roster spot. Ebner played just 36 snaps as a sixth-round rookie, while the Pats loaded up on defensive backs in April's draft. Ebner showed well as a special teamer last season, but will have to prove he's a core part of New England's third unit to keep his roster spot.