The Minnesota Vikings are expecting starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy to return to action Sunday vs. Washington after a one-week absence, coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters Monday.

McCarthy missed Sunday's 26-0 loss at Seattle after sustaining a concussion in the prior game against Green Bay. It was his second injury absence of the season, previously missing five games due to a high ankle sprain.

O'Connell said that McCarthy is symptom free and is expected to clear concussion protocol Wednesday when he completes a full practice.

"Expecting (him to return), barring any unforeseen changes to where he's at today," O'Connell said. "Hopefully having that Wednesday will allow him to have a normal, full week and likely be able to go in as our starter on Sunday."

McCarthy, the 10th overall

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