Vikings' Aaron Jones Sr. faces pivotal Week 5 as feature RB

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Vikings' Aaron Jones Sr. faces pivotal Week 5 as feature RB
Summary

The Minnesota Vikings, currently 4-0, are evaluating their offensive options ahead of Week 5 against the New Orleans Saints. Aaron Jones Sr. has taken on the role of the featured running back, performing well early in the season. However, with Jordan Mason eligible to return from injured reserve after Week 5, Jones may see a reduced workload going forward. The Vikings aim to utilize Jones effectively in this matchup against one of the NFL's weakest defenses before Mason's expected return next week, which could limit Jones' opportunities significantly.

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  • •Vikings are 4-0 this season
  • •Jones has been the lead RB so far
  • •Jordan Mason returns from injury after Week 5
  • •Jones will likely see reduced touches moving forward
  • •Vikings face Saints, one of the league's worst defenses
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Week 5 is likely the end of Aaron Jones Sr. as the Vikings' bell cow RB.

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