Former Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones Sr. faced a setback during the 2025 NFL season with the Minnesota Vikings following an upper-body injury in a significant loss to the Seattle Seahawks. The Vikings fell 26-0 in a game that highlighted the struggles of both the team and Jones, who did not return after sustaining the injury in the second half.
Following the game, Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune reported on social media that Kevin O’Connell, head coach of the Vikings, indicated that Jones would be evaluated for a shoulder injury. This news adds to the growing concerns surrounding the team, especially after their dismal performance against the Seahawks.
Jones’ struggles were evident throughout the match, where he managed only three rushing yards from six attempts and accumulated 22 receiving yards on four catches. This performance follows a disappointing showing in Week 12, where he rushed for 41 yards on nine attempts against the Green Bay Packers and recorded 16 receiving yards from three catches.
Impact on Upcoming Games
The severity of Jones’ injury remains uncertain, but it could limit his availability for the upcoming Week 14 matchup against the Washington Commanders at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. If the injury proves to be minor, he may have sufficient recovery time before facing the Packers again in Week 18.
Since signing a two-year contract extension with the Vikings in March 2025, Jones has faced challenges on the field, contributing to the team’s poor standing in the NFC North with a record of 4-8. In contrast, the Packers are performing significantly better with an 8-3-1 record, highlighting the competitive disparity between the two teams this season.
Jones’ performance and health will be crucial as the Vikings look to finish the season strong amidst ongoing challenges. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this situation develops in the coming weeks.
