Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones will be sidelined for an extended period due to a hamstring injury. The team announced they will place him on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least the next four games. This unfortunate news comes after a promising start to the season where Jones displayed his versatility, rushing for 46 yards on 13 carries and adding 44 receiving yards on three catches. His absence will be felt significantly in the Vikings' backfield.
To compensate for Jones' absence, the Vikings have signed veteran running back Cam Akers. Akers will join Jordan Mason, who has already seen significant playing time alongside Jones this season. Mason is expected to take on a much larger role in the team’s rushing attack going forward.
Jones will miss key matchups against the Cincinnati Bengals, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, and Philadelphia Eagles. With the Vikings' bye week falling in Week 6, his earliest possible return is slated for their Week 8 Thursday night game against the Los Angeles Rams. The team and fans will be eagerly awaiting his recovery and return to the field.
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Originally published at: https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/vikings-will-put-aaron-jones-on-injured-reserve
