Bell recorded seven tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 33-10 loss versus the Cowboys.

EDGE Analysis

Sunday was the fifth time in Bell's last six games where he was able to rack up six or more total tackles. His consistency as a tackler in the defensive back slot makes him a solid IDP consideration when the Panthers travel to Tennessee in Week 12.

Bell (quadriceps) played for the first time since Week 5 in Thursday's 16-13 loss to the Bears and recorded four tackles (two solo).

EDGE Analysis

The Panthers' starting strong safety also played on all 70 defensive snaps. Bell has 37 tackles, two passes defensed and an interception in six games this season.

Bell is active for Thursday's game against the Bears, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bell will suit up for the first time since Week 5 while recovering from a quadriceps injury. He and Xavier Woods will be on the field together for the first time since Week 3, which could help the Panthers secondary.

Bell (quadriceps) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Bears.

EDGE Analysis

Bell has been considered a full participant in practice all week, but his status for Week 10 remains in question. The Ohio State product last played Week 5 against the Lions, and with several injuries impacting Carolina's defense, a return by Bell would be a boon for the team's secondary against Chicago.

Bell (quadriceps) was a full participant at Monday's walk-through, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bell looks in line to snap a two-game absence streak assuming he avoids any setbacks throughout the week. If that is the case, he will presumably take on his usual role at strong safety. Thus, Alex Cook and Matthias Farley would return to their depth roles at the position.

Bell (quadriceps) is out for Sunday's game against the Colts, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The starting strong safety also missed the team's previous two games. Bell has 33 tackles, two passes defensed and an interception this season. Alex Cook and Matthias Farley could be in line to get more playing time in his absence.

Bell (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Colts.

EDGE Analysis

Bell was a limited participant in all three of Carolina's practices, but it would be surprising if he manages to play. The veteran safety last took the field in Week 5 against the Lions. With Jeremy Chinn (quadriceps) on injured reserve, Alex Cook could get the start against Indianapolis if Bell sits out as expected.

Bell (quadriceps) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's the first work Bell has gotten in practice since he popped up on Carolina's injury report ahead of Week 6. The Panthers' practice reports Thursday and Friday will give a better idea of whether he'll be able to suit up Sunday versus Indianapolis.

Bell (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bell's last appearance came in Week 5 against the Lions. His next chance to play will come in Week 9 against the Colts, with Alex Cook and Sam Franklin likely to see more playing time against the Texans in Bell's absence.

Bell (quadriceps) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Despite getting extra rest with the Week 7 bye, Bell is still nursing the quadriceps injury he sustained ahead of Week 6 at the Dolphins. If he's still absent from practice Thursday and Friday, he'll probably have to sit out again Sunday versus the Texans.