Aaron Jones: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Minnesota Vikings News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 23

Aaron Jones Sr. 2025 NFL Redraft Outlook

When it comes to drafting running backs in fantasy football, it’s not just about drafting the biggest names but also knowing which lower-ranked running backs will fall down the draft board that have upside.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 16

1 Vikings Newcomer Could Be the Ultimate Game-Changer

In the history of the Minnesota Vikings, particularly over the last two decades, the franchise has typically employed a nasty running back. Adrian Peterson and Dalvin Cook were amongst the very best in the business, but that rushing prowess has disappeared in recent years.

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Minnesota Vikings News / The Daily Norseman / July 12

Who Do Vikings Fans Think Will Lead the Team in Rushing and Sacks?

Let’s find out with our survey for this week! We’re only about a week away from all of the Minnesota Vikings’ veterans reporting to training camp, and we had a couple of final questions for you from our SB Nation Reacts before things get going on the 2025 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings News / Gridiron Heroics / July 11

‘Durability and Age Are Issues’: Vikings RB Gets Reality Check From NFL Evaluator

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones has received a sobering assessment as he prepares for the 2025 NFL season. While his production remains impressive, concerns about his durability and advancing age have sparked conversations about his long-term role in the team’s offense.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 8

Popular Vikings Defender Makes NFL Top 100 Debut

Last week, NFL Network started the popular countdown of the league’s top 100 players. Aaron Jones, Vikings running back entering his second season with the club, landed at 98, making his second appearance on the list.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 8

NFL executive states the obvious about Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones and it could define his 2025 season

The Minnesota Vikings are going into a pivotal season in 2025. J.J. McCarthy is taking over as the starting quarterback and the running game is going to be critical to the success of the team.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / July 7

NFL executive delivers strong words about Josh Jacobs and unintentionally explains why the Packers picked him over Aaron Jones

In the era of the salary cap, the NFL is a game of tough decisions. Last offseason, the Green Bay Packers decided to sign running back Josh Jacobs and release Aaron Jones.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Vikings' Justin Jefferson Reacts to Major Aaron Jones Announcement

Aaron Jones turned back the clock in his first season with the Minnesota Vikings. The star running back showed that he still has a lot left in him by posting career-high stats at 30 years of age. Coming off an injury-plagued season, Jones recorded his fourth 1000-rushing-yard season.

NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / July 4

Josh Jacobs Racing Aaron Jones to NFL Milestone

For several seasons with the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Jones was one of the most productive running backs in the NFL. Last offseason, the Packers released Jones and signed Josh Jacobs.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / July 1

Vikings RB Aaron Jones gets the recogntion he deserves from his peers with a bold statement from himself

The Minnesota Vikings have one of the better rosters in the National Football League and they are getting the recognition they deserve. Running back Aaron Jones has been named the 98th-best player entering the 2025 season by his peers.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 1

NFL Makes Vikings, Aaron Jones Announcement on Tuesday

Even in his age-30 season and first year away from the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Jones proved he has more left in the tank for the Minnesota Vikings. Jones posted a career-high 1,138 rushing yards and added 51 receptions for 408 yards receiving to add to a career-high 306 total touches for the former Pro Bowl running back.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / May 23

2025 Minnesota Vikings projected win total, prediction

The Vikings were one win away from earning the No. 1 seed in the NFC last season, but oddsmakers expect them to take a step back in 2025.

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / May 9

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell makes honest admission about promising UDFA by directly relating him to Aaron Jones

The Minnesota Vikings wrapped up the first day of rookie minicamp on Friday with 51 players taking the field. Within that group, six of them were on the

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 4

NFC Notes: Aaron Jones, Eddie George, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears CEO Kevin Warren said that the team’s interview with Eddie George for their head coaching vacancy is an example of the Rooney Rule in action. “The coolest thing about it is when people talk about the Rooney Rule, we got a chance to interview Eddie George, and people said, Is that really a true interview?

Minnesota Vikings News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21

Aaron Jones has incredible quote about playing into his 30s

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones plans to defy the aging curve and remain a top running back into his 30s. He very much has the power of positive thinking on his side, and for good reason.

Minnesota Vikings News / Field Level Media / March 9

Reports: Vikings keeping RB Aaron Jones on 2-year, $20M deal

The Minnesota Vikings have retained standout running back Aaron Jones on a two-year, $20 million deal, according to multiple reports on Sunday. The deal reportedly guarantees Jones $13 million.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / March 9

Vikings keep top RB off market with multiyear deal

The top NFL free agents keep coming off the board before the offseason officially begins.

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Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Vikings Trying To Re-Sign RB Aaron Jones

According to Tony Pauline, the Vikings are trying to bring back RB Aaron Jones on a similar one-year deal to the $7 million contract they signed him to a year ago.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / February 15

Vikings agree to push back void date on veteran RB's contract

Both sides bought themselves some time Saturday.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / January 18

Vikings Predicted to Replace Aaron Jones With Head-Turning Running Back

The Minnesota Vikings could bring back Aaron Jones next season at the age of 31, or they could try and trade up a few spots to get into the Ashton Jeanty sweepstakes. However, there is a lesser known third path that makes sense for Minnesota if upgrading the running back position is a priority in the first round of April's NFL draft.

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / January 2