Packers HC McCarthy expects Bulaga to play Sunday; listed as questionable

The Green Bay Packers should have right tackle Bryan Bulaga back Sunday against the St. Louis Rams after a lengthy absence, head coach Mike McCarthy said Friday.

The right tackle was officially listed as questionable on the team's injury report.

"Bryan Bulaga is doing well," McCarthy told reporters. "Did everything that we had planned for him."

McCarthy indicated that he is optimistic that Bulaga will play, barring any setbacks.

"There's trust there, and Bryan knows what he needs to get ready. It's a big challenge with their defensive line, especially the matchup with particularly (Rams defensive end Chris) Long. That's why you take the full week and make sure he's ready."

Bulaga has been missing since the middle of September with a torn meniscus in his left knee and a sprained MCL.

The right tackle returned to practice Wednesday, and managed to practice in full pads on Thursday, indicating his return this week was at least possible.