NFL Notes: Buccaneers, Patriots, Rams, Seahawks, Vikings

Buccaneers

• Buccaneers are expected to sign DT Matt Masifilo from their practice squad to active roster. (Adam Caplan)
• Buccaneers promoted WR Marcus Thigpen their active roster. (Aaron Wilson)

Patriots

• The Patriots have ruled out DE Chandler Jones (hip) for Sunday’s game. (Mike Reiss)

Rams

• Rams sign DB Jemea Thomas to their practice squad.

Seahawks

• S Kam Chancellor and OT Russell Okung will be game-time decisions.

Vikings

• HC Mike Zimmer confirmed that they worked out quarterbacks on Friday for their vacant practice squad spot, but names were given. (Chris Tomasson)