THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. -- For eight weeks, Aqib Talib helped his Los Angeles Rams teammates from the sideline.
But as the Rams attempt to clinch their second consecutive division title and make a deep playoff run, Talib would like to utilize his skills on the field.
The five-time Pro Bowl cornerback's return could come as soon as Sunday, when the Rams (10-1) play the Detroit Lions (4-7) at Ford Field.
On Monday, the Rams designated Talib to return from the injured reserve, where he spent the past nine weeks after undergoing ankle surgery following a Week 3 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.