Overview
- Aaron Jones was placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury and must miss at least four games, including the upcoming Ireland matchup against the Steelers.
- Head coach Kevin O’Connell voiced strong confidence in Jordan Mason as a bell-cow option with Jones sidelined.
- The Vikings signed veteran Cam Akers to the practice squad to provide immediate running back depth.
- Minnesota added quarterback Desmond Ridder to the active roster for depth behind Carson Wentz and rookie Max Brosmer as J.J. McCarthy recovers from a high ankle sprain.
- The post-injury depth chart lists Mason as RB1 with Ty Chandler and Zavier Scott behind him, with Akers available for a potential elevation.