McFarland was waived by the Steelers on Thursday.

McFarland (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

Pittsburgh activated McFarland (knee) from its injured reserve list Monday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

McFarland (knee) returned to practice Monday.

McFarland (knee) was placed on injured reserve Monday.

McFarland (knee) did not participate at practice Friday ahead of Monday's game versus Cleveland, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

McFarland (knee) did not practice Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

McFarland secured both of his targets for 11 yards during the Steelers' 30-7 loss to San Francisco on Sunday.

Coach Mike Tomlin recently told reporters that McFarland has "a distinguishing trait" and "won more in space than others" during training camp.

McFarland rushed 10 times for 55 yards and a touchdown during Thursday's 24-0 preseason win over the Falcons.