Coach Marvin Lewis noted Friday that Eifert (elbow, IR/designated to return) is "progressing," ESPN.com reports.

Coach Marvin Lewis noted Friday that Eifert (elbow, IR/designated to return) is "progressing," ESPN.com reports.

Analysis:

When asked Friday if he thought there was a chance that Eifert could return this season, Lewis said yes, but such an outcome is not imminent, with the report suggesting a potential scenario in which the tight end may get back into the playing rotation during the final three weeks of the regular season.