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Aaron Jones Proves He’s Still Got It
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- Jun 26, 2026
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- 110
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Summary
Aaron Jones, entering his tenth NFL season and third with Minnesota, is silencing doubters who call him “washed” — proving his durability and production despite injury setbacks. After playing just 12 games last year but still racking up 747 yards and 3 TDs, Jones bounced back from a rough 2023 with a standout 2024 campaign, amassing over 1,500 yards and 7 TDs. At 32, health remains a concern, but his veteran leadership is irreplaceable for the Vikings — especially as key players may depart. To stay with the team, Jones took a pay cut to $5.5M, mirroring the team’s willingness to retain experienced talent on revised terms. While Ty Chandler outperformed him in yards per carry and rookie Demond Claiborne brings electric speed, Jones remains a vital, reliable contributor — not a fantasy darling, but a cornerstone for Minnesota’s offense. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a60575c44a75f670