When Will Aaron Jones Sr. Be Back?
Jones looked sharp in Minnesota’s season opener against the Bears, finishing with 23 rushing yards, 44 receiving yards, and a receiving touchdown. He looked to be a key weapon again for the Vikings in Week 2, but suffered a hamstring injury in the second quarter against the Falcons and did not return for the second half, finishing with 23 rushing yards on five carries.
Hamstring injuries, even minor strains, are not something to rush, especially for a 30-year-old running back like Jones. As a result, the Vikings decided to give him proper time to heal by
placing him on injured reserve on September 17.
Another reason behind the Vikings’ cautious approach is Jones’ extensive injury history. He has
previously faced MCL injuries, hamstring issues, knee sprains, and calf strains, further worrying fans about the chances of his speedy recovery.
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Same story when he was a Packer. Spent a lot of time injured.
Perhaps to appreciate why the Pack let him go and went with Jacobs.