Aaron Jones records 40 total yards in Week 8

Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed for 22 yards on five carries against the Detroit Lions in Week 8. He also caught two passes for 18 yards during the game. SOURCE: USA Today Why It Matters: Jones shared carries with Jordan Mason this week and had a few more rushing yards than Mason during the

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Vikings RB Aaron Jones rushed for 22 yards on five carries against the Detroit Lions in Week 8. He also caught two passes for 18 yards during the game.

SOURCE: USA Today

Why It Matters: Jones shared carries with Jordan Mason this week and had a few more rushing yards than Mason during the game. He has been held to under 30 rushing yards in each of the last two games and will likely continue to split time with Mason. He can be considered a No. 3 running back or flex option at this time.

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