Minnesota Vikings reach decision on running back Aaron Jones

The Minnesota Vikings are locking up a key offensive piece for the short-term future. Running back Aaron Jones and has agreed to a revised contract with the team, keeping him in Minnesota for the 2026 season, according to a report from the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport.

As part of the revision, Jones will lower his base salary to $5.5 million. That will provide the Vikings with some additional flexibility.

Aaron Jones is a 2020 NFL Pro Bowler, capable of producing the big season. He tied for the NFL lead in rushing touchdowns in 2019 while playing for the Green Bay Packers, notching 16.

He spent the first seven years of his career in Green Bay before heading to division rival Minnesota. In his first year with the Vikings, Aaron Jones produced the fourth 1,000-yard season of his career.

He tallied 1,138 yards and five rushing touchdowns in 2024 for Minnesota. His production in 2025 was a little more limited. Jones recorded 548 yards rushing and two scores this season, playing in 12 games.

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