Will the Vikings RB play against the Lions today?

Aaron Jones injured his hip and hamstring against the New York Jets when the team played in London in Week 5. Jones took advantage of Bye Week to get some more rest, which gave the team and fans hope that he would be ready for the game against the Lions.

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Aaron Jones Injury Update

Aaron Jones is active for Sunday’s Week 7 matchup against the Detroit Lions. It’s a team he’s played well against in 10 career games. In total, he accumulated 594 rushing yards and found the endzone seven times; he hopes to increase those numbers on Sunday.

Minnesota Vikings running back depth chart

The Vikings’ running back depth chart against the Lions will be as follows:

• Aaron Jones
• Ty Chandler
• Cam Akers*

*Cam Akers was acquired this week via trade, so his expected snap count and availability are undetermined. He was activated for Sunday’s game.