Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter, who missed last week’s game with a heel issue, is expected to play Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings , NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reported Friday. Carter remains listed as questionable on the final injury report, but multiple outlets said the defensive lineman has taken positive steps this week and looks likely to return to the lineup.

Carter sat out the Eagles’ loss to the New York Giants after aggravating a heel problem. He practiced this week and logged limited participation late in the week before landing on the questionable list, per the team report. The Eagles added depth on the defensive front in case Carter can’t go, but sources said the team expects him to be available for at least situational work.

When healthy, Carte

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