The Facts: Following up on the previous items. ... The Vikings expect to have Bridgewater back in a hurry. HC Mike Zimmer told reporters on Monday that the second-year quarterback "passed his first test" after suffering a concussion in Sunday's 21-18 win over the St. Louis Rams. "He should be good to go, I think," Zimmer said of Bridgewater.
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Bridgewater suffered the head injury on a hit from Rams cornerback Lamarcus Joyner during the fourth quarter of Minnesota's win. The productive young passer was tackled while sliding, triggering an unnecessary roughness call on Joyner and leaving Zimmer to fume over a Rams defense known for their pounding hits. "I do know there is a history there, with their defensive coordinator (ex-Bountygate centerpiece Gregg Williams)," said Zimmer. Thankfully, Bridgewater is on the mend for a 6-2 club with a rugged slate ahead. After dealing with the Raiders this week, the Vikings face the Packers, Falcons, Seahawks and Cardinals over the next four weeks.