Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said Wednesday that he expects quarterback Sam Bradford to return to practice next week.
Bradford injured his left knee in the season opener in New Orleans but didn't come out of the game.
He hasn't played since Week 5 at Chicago, where he was replaced by Case Keenum in the first half after aggravating the injury. He was placed on injured reserve on Nov. 8 and is eligible to return to the roster next week after sitting out the required eight weeks.
Zimmer told the St. Paul Pioneer Press that he expects Bradford to participate in workouts next week but is not sure if he will be activated for the playoffs.
"We'll see how he practices," Zimmer said. "He says it feels good. He's been working out, doing things, getting on the field. He's throwing the ball."