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The Minnesota Vikings are hoping to get a reinforcement on the offensive side of the ball this week after running back Aaron Jones took a step toward his return from injury.
Jones was placed on injured reserve after Week 2 due to a hamstring injury but was designated to return from the list this week after his four-game absence.
Jones turned in two limited practices to close out the week but was given the questionable tag, which leaves his status up in the air for Week 8.
Here's what we know about his chances of playing.
Is Aaron Jones playing tonight?
There is no concrete answer for Jones' status for the Week 8 game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Our educated guess is that Jones won't play on Thursday night. That comes from the fact that he wasn't able to turn in a single full practice during the week.
That said, an experienced veteran like Jones doesn't necessarily need a full practice to play, so it's possible he still suits up.
Aaron Jones start or sit advice
Jones was not very productive in the two games he has played this season, with the Vikings back tallying 13 carries for just 46 yards and three catches for 44 yards, which led to him ranking as RB28 overall.
The matchup is a good one, though, as the Chargers are ceding the ninth-most fantasy points per game to running backs this season.
But there's a chance that Jones will be limited in his first game back if he suits up and Jordan Mason is likely going to remain involved no matter what. That sets up for a shaky situation fantasy owners should avoid for this week.
Verdict: Sit
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