Head coach Lovie Smith said Friday that David (hamstring) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup with the Bears.

Fortunately for David owners, the Bucs kick off during the early slate of games Sunday, so you'll know before the early lineup deadline whether the tackling machine will be operational Sunday. If David can't go, Brandon Magee is the most likely candidate to take his place.

David (hamstring) missed practice again Friday, the Tampa Tribune's Roy Cummings reports.

After getting limited work Wednesday, David has now missed back-to-back days of practice, an ominous sign for his chances of playing Sunday at Chicago. We'll provide another update when the Buccaneers' release their official injury designations later Friday.

David (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday, Greg Auman of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

David's hamstring was sore enough to hold him out of drills, which is a particularly worrisome development due to his status as the NFL's second-leading tackler. IDP owners should continue to watch the situation to ensure he takes the field Sunday at Chicago.

David (hamstring) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, the Buccaneers' official site reports.

David, who is a steady provider of tackles, currently ranks second in the category to only Luke Kuechly. Considering he didn't miss practice entirely, he's on course to take the field Sunday at Chicago.

David recorded 14 tackles (10 solo) in Sunday's loss to the Falcons.

David leads the league with 103 tackles this season, and he continues to pile up LB1 numbers as one of the better IDP options throughout the league.

David (knee) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Falcons.

David was upgraded to a full participant in practice Friday, and fully expected to suit up for this contest. He'll start at outside linebacker, and with double-digit tackles in four of his last five games, David should be a solid IDP play this week.

David (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against Atlanta.

David practiced all week, including a full practice Friday, so it's generally hard to see him sitting this one out. He's of course an LB1 in all IDP formats if he does suit up.

David (knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, the Buccaneers' official site reports.

David ranks second to Luke Kuechly in tackles -- 97 versus 89 -- but because David has played one fewer game, he leads the league in tackles per game with 11.1. IDP owners should monitor David's activity level as the week progresses in order to ensure his availability.

David recorded 14 tackles (10 solo) -- including one for a loss -- in Sunday's 48-17 loss to the Ravens.

David duplicated his performance from last week, as the All-Pro linebacker continues to consistently dominate the second level of Tampa's defense.

David recorded 14 tackles (10 solo) and a pass defense in an overtime loss to the Saints.

Two of his tackles were behind the line of scrimmage. David continues to impress as one of the most valuable linebackers in the NFL and in fantasy.

David recorded 10 tackles (nine solo) Sunday in a loss to the Panthers.

Two of his tackles came behind the line of scrimmage, and he was one of the few bright spots for the Buccaneers. Playing in his third season, David is one of the few linebackers who should be expected to consistently churn out performances like the one he had Sunday.

David recorded four tackles in Saturday's preseason game against the Bills.

Entering the 2014 season healthy, David is among the top players in any IDP league. The do-everything linebacker finished last season with a team-leading 144 tackles (106 solo), six sacks, five interceptions, 18 tackles for loss, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. Under first-year head coach Lovie Smith, he should be able to pick up right where he left off.

Bucs WLB Lavonte David posted a career-high 145 total tackles in 2013.

David has only been in the league for two years, but he was fantastic in his sophomore campaign. In addition to his strong tackle numbers, David was an extremely effective pass rusher, notching seven sacks. He also excelled in coverage, posting ten passes defensed and five interceptions. David tops Rotoworld IDP maven Jeff Ratcliffe's initial preseason rankings at linebacker.

Bucs WLB Lavonte David's 20 tackles for loss in 2012 are the second most on record for a rookie since the NFL began tracking the statistic in 2000.

Old Steeler Kendrell Bell's 23 are the most on record during that timeframe. Among all players in 2012 -- not just rookies -- David's 20 tackles for a loss ranked third in the NFL behind only Defensive POY candidates J.J. Watt (39) and Von Miller (28). David has a strong case for Defensive Rookie of the Year honors.

Rookie WLB Lavonte David leads the Bucs in both tackles and tackles for a loss.

Bucs rookie WLB Lavonte David racked up 14 tackles (12 solo) in Week 4 against the Redskins and has 33 through four weeks.

Mike 'backer Mason Foster leads the team with 36 tackles, but the rookie is closing in. David threw his man for a loss on three of the 14 stops against Washington. While David's big-play production hasn't quite caught up to his tackle numbers, he's been an every-down linebacker and should start forcing more fumbles and breaking up more passes as the season progresses. In IDP leagues, David is a strong LB3 with LB2 upside.

The Buccaneers have inserted rookie WLB Lavonte David into their nickel package.

Already holding a starting job, David will be an every-down player in Greg Schiano's defense. David will square off with Jimmy Graham, Tony Gonzalez, and Greg Olsen in the NFC South, so his coverage skills will be tested. It's still great news for his IDP value. We like his chances of leading the Bucs in tackles.

The Buccaneers have inserted second-round pick Lavonte David into the starting lineup at weak-side linebacker at OTAs.

Rennie Curran opened OTAs with the ones due to veteran status, but David was drafted to be the starter and will remain in the lineup into Opening Day. It's worth noting that new Bucs coach Greg Schiano is a defensive mind, and his 2011 leading tackler at Rutgers was WLB haseem Greene. Middle linebacker Steve Beauharnais finished a distant second. SAM 'backer Jamal Merrell was eighth.

Bucs signed No. 58 overall pick LB Lavonte David to a four-year contract.

David is the favorite to fill the vacancy at weak-side linebacker after the Bucs traded up 10 spots to grab him. GM Mark Dominik had his eye on David since the beginning of the second round. One of the top coverage linebackers in the draft, David has 4.65 sideline-to-sideline speed.