the Lions. The Bears had just four such situations, including three consecutive goal-to-go plays from the Lions' 3-yard line. All three plays were incomplete passes and no one lined up at fullback.

Rodriguez said the health of his knee was not a factor and he expects to play against the Panthers on Sunday in Soldier Field.

"I just have to be patient," he said.

Injury update: Quarterback JayCutler, who suffered bruised ribs Monday night when Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh body-slammed him, had full participation in practice for the second consecutive day Friday. He is set to face the Panthers, though he was listed as probable on the injury report.

The only Bear unavailable for Sunday is receiver Alshon Jeffery, who continues to be sidelined with a broken right hand.

"We had agreat week of practice, we're healthy … so we're excited about that," coach Lovie Smith said.

For the Panthers, star defensive end Charles Johnson was limited for the second consecutive day with a hip injury, but he's listed as probable for Sunday. Also probable are defensive tackle Dwan Edwards (hand), tight end Ben Hartsock (calf) and cornerback Captain Munnerlyn (leg). Defensive end Antwan Applewhite (thigh) is out, while defensive end Thomas Keiser (elbow) is doubtful.

Fine and dandy: The NFL confirmed receivers Brandon Marshall and EarlBennett each were fined $10,500 for wearing orange cleats Monday night. Bennett racked up $15,000 in fines last year for wearing them, and the league threatened to toss him from the game and give the Bears a delay-of-game penalty if he did it a third