Kyler Murray Cleared from Concussion Protocol, Set to Start Against Tampa Bay Buccaneers

<p>Kyler Murray is set to return for the Minnesota Vikings. Coach Kevin O'Connell announced on Monday that Murray has cleared the NFL concussion protocol and will start on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.</p><p>Murray missed the previous game against the Chicago Bears after being injured in the Week 1 match against the Green Bay Packers.</p><p>The injury occurred when he was hit during the game, leading to his placement in the NFL concussion protocol, despite appearing responsive afterward.</p><p>Murray won the starting quarterback position during training camp, competing against J.J. McCarthy. While Murray was in protocol, Carson Wentz led the team to a comeback victory against the Packers and a win over the Bears.</p><p>The Vikings currently lead the NFC North with a 2-0 record. O'Connell indicated that the decision to return to Murray as the starter was influenced by the team's performance in the previous games.</p><p>Wentz completed 11 of 20 passes for 143 yards without a touchdown or interception in the 9-3 victory over the Bears.</p><p>O'Connell noted that Murray had the opportunity to observe Wentz's gameplay, which included making good decisions and protecting the football.</p>