Franklin (foot) is active for Sunday's Week 8 matchup against the Broncos, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

The Panthers activated Franklin (foot) from injured reserve Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.

Franklin (foot) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Head coach Dave Canales told reporters Monday that Franklin (foot) has been cleared to start practicing this week, Sheena Quick of Fox Sports Radio 1340 reports.

Franklin broke his foot during Saturday's practice, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

The Panthers re-signed Franklin to a one-year contract Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Franklin finished the regular season with 30 tackles (20 solo) and three passes defended, including a 99-yard interception returned for a touchdown, in 17 games.

Franklin (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Franklin is set to start at strong safety for Sunday's game against the Texans, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Franklin recorded four tackles (two solo) and returned an interception for a touchdown in Sunday's 21-13 loss to the Vikings.