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Vikings adjust RB rotation after Mason’s short-term IR placement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 11:22 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Vikings adjust RB rotation after Mason’s short-term IR placement

Summary

The Minnesota Vikings face a running back shakeup as Jordan Mason has been placed on short-term IR due to a thumb fracture, sidelining him for at least four games. Mason contributed 15 carries for 59 yards and a touchdown in the opener against the Packers. The Vikings, who are focusing on a run-heavy offense, will now depend on Aaron Jones, DeeJay Dallas, Demond Claiborne, and Jerome Ford in their backfield. Head coach Kevin O’Connell has expressed a commitment to running the ball more frequently this season, a strategy that will be pivotal against their upcoming opponent, the Chicago Bears.

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Status Watch

•Jordan Mason is out for at least four weeks after thumb surgery.
•Aaron Jones leads the Vikings' RB group following Mason's injury.
•Minnesota's offense is aiming for a more run-focused approach this season.
•The Vikings face the Bears in their next game, whose secondary has been inconsistent.

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