Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray has been cleared of the NFL’s concussion protocol and is slated to start in Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, head coach Kevin O’Connell announced on Monday.
The league’s concussion protocol requires players who suffer head injuries to undergo a series of medical evaluations before they are cleared to return to play. Murray’s successful clearance indicates that he has met all the necessary health and safety benchmarks.
Coach O’Connell confirmed that Murray will take the field as the Vikings’ starting quarterback when the two teams meet on Sunday, a matchup that will be played at the Buccaneers’ home stadium in Tampa, Florida.
The Vikings are preparing for the contest with Murray back under center, aiming to continue their season campaign against a Buccaneers squad that will be looking to defend its home turf.
The game is scheduled for Sunday, and both teams will be looking to secure a win as the NFL regular season progresses.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>