Here’s the latest on **Aaron Jones’** injury and the Vikings’ decision to place their veteran RB on Injured Reserve
What happened
Jones suffered a **hamstring injury** during Minnesota’s 22–6 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.
He exited that game early, and the Vikings had already ruled him out for their upcoming matchup with the Bengals. Official IR Move & Timeline
The Vikings have now placed Aaron Jones on **injured reserve**, which means he’ll miss at least **four games. Because of that, he’ll be out through Minnesota’s matchups against the Bengals, Steelers (in Ireland), and Browns. After the team’s Week 6 bye, he’d become eligible to return. Impact & Adjustments
With Jones out, **Jordan Mason** steps into the lead/running back one role. Mason has already been getting work early in the season
The vikings also bringing in **Cam Akers** (26) to bolster depth in the backfield, signing him to the practice squad.
Jones’ Start to the Season
Before the injury, Jones had been working but not lighting up: in the first two games, he had **13 carries for 46 yards** and **three receptions for 44 yards.
* Last year, he posted one of his better seasons—1,138 rushing yards and five rushing TDs with the Vikings.
