The Minnesota Vikings (3-3) will visit the Los Angeles Chargers (4-3) in Week 8. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Aaron Jones Sr..
Is Aaron Jones Sr. Playing in Week 8?
Jones (hamstring), who was designated for return from injured reserve Tuesday, is listed as questionable for Thursday’s contest at the Chargers. However, Adam Schefter reported earlier today that Jones is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Vikings’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Aaron Jones Sr. in Week 8?
Aaron Jones was eligible to be activated off of IR last weekend, but the hamstring continues to plague the veteran, and the specifics surrounding his return remain cloudy. His return window was opened on Tuesday afternoon, though that doesn’t come with an exact plan.
On one hand, Jordan Mason hasn’t exactly stolen this role the way I thought he might (last three games: 3.77 yards per carry), and he failed to earn a single one of Carson Wentz’s 40 targeted passes in the loss to the Eagles.
On the other, we are 11 months clear of the last time Jones had a 20-yard run.
The moving piece here is the quarterback position. We think that this team is going to lean the direction of J.J. McCarthy when given the green light, but who he is more comfortable with is an unknown. Jones profiles as the pass catcher, and that holds value, though with an unproven quarterback, it’s hard to label that as a skill set that will elevate his floor on a weekly basis.
For me, Jones is the type of running back that I’m happy to wait on. I’m not 100% sure Jones is a fantasy starter as it is, so I’m really not going this direction if his health is a question mark. If he proves he’s healthy and produces on my bench, I’ll live with it.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Jones’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Jones is projected to score 9.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Jones to rush for 42 yards and 0.1 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 16 receiving yards and 0.2 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 8 Weather Impact: Vikings at Chargers
The forecast for kickoff is 68 degrees Fahrenheit with 10 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
