Aaron Jones Sr. good to go for Week 5

Week 5 is likely to be the last chance for Aaron Jones Sr. to be the featured running back for the Minnesota Vikings, according to ESPN's Kevin Seifert. The Vikings are currently 4-0 in the regular season, but there are concerns about their offensive production. While the defense and special teams units have been impressive, the offense has lagged behind. Jones has been a standout player, but his workload is expected to be significantly reduced after Jordan Mason returns from an injury.

Mason fractured his thumb in Week 1 and has been on injured reserve since Week 2. He is set to return in Week 7, which will eat into Jones' workload for the remainder of the season. Despite Jones' incredible performance, the Vikings want to preserve his health and reduce his workload going forward. The Week 5 game against the New Orleans Saints, one of the worst defenses in the NFL, is a crucial opportunity for Jones to build upon his 2026 resume before his workload is further reduced.