The Vikings will have quarterback JJ McCarthy in the starting lineup this Sunday.
McCarthy was a full participant in Wednesday’s practice, and head coach Kevin O’Connell said earlier this week that full practice was the final step for McCarthy to clear the concussion protocol. Assuming he is officially cleared, McCarthy will start Sunday against the Commanders.
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Vikings are mathematically close to Knocked out of playoffswhich makes McCarthy’s growth the most important thing the team needs to accomplish this season.
Linebacker Donovan Jackson (ankle) and defensive lineman Levi Drake Rodriguez (neck) missed practice. Defensive lineman Jonathan Allen (rest), linebacker Blake Brundle (concussion), running back Ty Chandler (knee), rusher Jonathan Greenard (shoulder), defensive lineman Javon Hargrave (rest), safety Theo Jay Kerson (neck), running back Aaron Jones (shoulder), center Ryan Kelly (hip), safety Josh Metellus (shoulder), defensive lineman Jalen Redmond (hip) and safety Harrison Smith (remaining) are all limited participants.
