How long is Aaron Jones out? Latest injury update on Vikings running back

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones is missing a third-straight game in Week 5. Here's the latest injury update on Jones and when he could return.

How long is Aaron Jones out? Latest injury update on Vikings running back originally appeared on The Sporting News

The Minnesota Vikings don't have Aaron Jones for a third-straight game in Week 5 against the Cleveland Browns, as the veteran continues to work his way back from injury.

Jones sustained a hamstring injury in Week 2 and hasn't played since. In that span, backup and free-agent signing Jordan Mason has taken the reins of the backfield.

So, how long will Jones be out? Here's what we know.

How long is Aaron Jones out?

Jones was placed on injured reserve ahead of the Week 3 game, so he's going to miss at least four contests. That puts his possible return at Week 7, which would be the end of the minimum four-week stay on injured reserve.

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