Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn told reporters Monday that safety Derwin James has officially been designated to return from injured reserve.
"They will see how he is doing during the week to determine if he plays on Sunday," NBC San Diego's Fernando Ramirez added. "Lynn said [safety] Adrian Phillips has a better chance of playing on Sunday than James."
However, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that James is "likely" to suit up against the Denver Broncos Sunday.
James was placed on injured reserve ahead of their regular-season opener after undergoing foot surgery.