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Knee injury keeps Aaron Jones out of practice for Vikings

PUBLISHED Sep 23, 2026, 6:26 PM ET

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Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones missed practice Wednesday due to a knee issue confirmed by head coach Kevin O'Connell. Jones aggravated the knee during the Week 2 9-3 victory against the Chicago Bears after recording 23 carries for 105 yards. O'Connell stated Jones moves normally around the facility, yet medical staff manage round-the-clock recovery treatment. Status for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers remains unconfirmed. Backfield depth features Jordan Mason on injured reserve with a thumb fracture and DeeJay Dallas limited with a toe injury, while rookie Demond Claiborne acts as the active roster's primary healthy halfback alongside practice squad elevations.

By Yusra M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2026-09-XX — Aaron Jones aggravated knee during Week 2 9-3 win over Chicago Bears.
2026-09-XX — Jordan Mason placed on IR with thumb fracture.
On September 23 2026 Aaron Jones sits out Wednesday practice; Kevin O'Connell addresses backfield status.
On September 25 2026 Late-week practice participation and game designation report.
On September 27 2026 Scheduled regular-season game against Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

News Intelligence

Immediate US impact: Backfield rotation shifts for Vikings ahead of Tampa Bay matchup; fantasy and betting status adjustments.
Possible long-term US impact: Durability and workload tracking for starting running back through the season.
Most affected groups: Fantasy football managers, Vikings coaching staff, NFC North race watchers.
Reader priority: Monitor late-week practice participation reports.

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