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Bears' Alshon Jeffery, Martellus Bennett Are Active For Sunday's Game

By Chris Emma--

DETROIT (CBS) -- Looking to make it three straight wins and get to .500 going into the bye week, the Bears will have nearly a full complement of skill players at their disposal.

Receiver Alshon Jeffery (hamstring) will play for the first time since Week 1. Additionally, tight end Martellus Bennett (quad) and receiver Eddie Royal (ankle) are also active.

The Bears' inactives are Jermon Bushrod, Antrel Rolle, Terrance Mitchell, Shea McClellin, Antone Smith, Bruce Gaston and Nick Becton. The Lions' inactives are Brandon Pettigrew, James Ihedigbo, Joique Bell, Haloti Ngata, Eric Ebron, DeAndre Levy and Corey Robinson.

Kickoff from Ford Field is set for noon CT, with the 2-3 Bears battling the 0-5 Lions.

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