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Vikings’ Aaron Jones Sr. Set to Return in Week 8 After Hamstring Injury

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones Sr. is slated to make his return to the field in Week 8 after recovering from a hamstring strain suffered in Week 2 against the Atlanta Falcons. The injury placed Jones on injured reserve, sidelining him for four games, including the Vikings’ Week 6 bye.

Fantasy football managers who drafted Jones in hopes of mirroring his RB20 performance from 2024 are eagerly anticipating his return. However, Jones’ role in the offense may be somewhat different this year due to the emergence of trade acquisition Jordan Mason.

Prior to his injury, Jones saw a 50% snap share in Week 1, splitting carries with Mason. Since Jones’ injury, Mason has capitalized on the opportunity, averaging 15.0 carries and 75 rushing yards from Weeks 3 to 5, positioning himself as an RB18 in PPR formats.

While Mason’s performance might temper expectations for Jones’ immediate workload, analysts still project Jones to be a valuable fantasy asset, especially in the passing game. He’s expected to contribute as an RB2 with the potential for top-12 weeks based on favorable matchups.

Fantasy football players are faced with lineup decisions due to several players with injuries or bye week absences. To assist managers in making informed choices, RotoBaller has launched an updated “Who Should I Start?” tool. This tool offers player comparisons, projections, news, and data, aiding managers in setting optimal lineups for Week 7 and beyond.

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