Running back Aaron Jones carried a self-described “sophomore” swagger into TCO Performance Center for the start of the Vikings’ offseason program. Jones, 30 and entering his ninth NFL season, said he feels the best he ever has from a physical standpoint. “Whoever came up with age, I feel like that’s just a number,” Jones quipped… Continue reading Aaron Jones, Byron Murphy Jr. discuss return to Minnesota Vikings
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Bill Guerin Is the Closest Thing the NHL Has To Jerry Jones – Minnesota Wild
In October, The Athletic revealed that Bill Guerin had presented Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leipold with a five-year plan. “It’s about becoming a true contender,” Guerin said. “I don’t want to try to fool anybody. I don’t think we’ve been serious contenders in the past. I just don’t. And we’re trying to get there.” Guerin… Continue reading Bill Guerin Is the Closest Thing the NHL Has To Jerry Jones – Minnesota Wild
Vikings Considering Re-Signing Daniel Jones; Colts In Play For QB?
Lost in the shuffle among this year’s free agent quarterback crop, Daniel Jones still looms as a potential bridge option for a team. After Geno Smith, Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold rejuvenated their careers on one-year deals in recent years, Jones could be in play for a team eyeing a similar rebound for a once-highly… Continue reading Vikings Considering Re-Signing Daniel Jones; Colts In Play For QB?
Daniel Jones Contract ‘Still on the Table’ for Vikings amid Darnold Buzz
The Minnesota Vikings could consider bringing back Daniel Jones as a “cheaper alternative” to Sam Darnold next season, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Fowler said in a Friday night appearance on ESPN’s SportsCenter that Jones, who signed with the Vikings after his November exit from the New York Giants but did not play for the team,… Continue reading Daniel Jones Contract ‘Still on the Table’ for Vikings amid Darnold Buzz
Aaron Jones’ NFL Free Agency Outlook: Best Fits If He Leaves the Vikings
The 2024-25 NFL season is in the rearview mirror, and we’re fast approaching the official start of the new league year on March 12th, which is when free agency gets underway. While this offseason’s crop of available running backs lacks the star power of last year’s class, Aaron Jones is one name that stands out.… Continue reading Aaron Jones’ NFL Free Agency Outlook: Best Fits If He Leaves the Vikings
Vikings’ Aaron Jones ranked as a top 10 running back in 2024
We have less than a month before the NFL’s next “league year” begins on March 12. That means we have time for some post-2024 rankings. NFL Network’s Maurice Jones-Drew recently shared his rankings of all 74 running backs who started in the 2024 season. Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry finished atop the rankings, but they… Continue reading Vikings’ Aaron Jones ranked as a top 10 running back in 2024
Saints to interview Vikings DB coach Daronte Jones for vacant defensive coordinator position on Saturday
The New Orleans Saints will kick off their defensive coordinator search by interviewing Minnesota Vikings defensive backs coach/pass game coordinator Daronte Jones on Saturday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Jones has also had interviews with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Chicago Bears for their vacant DC positions during this coaching cycle. The Vikings recorded a league-high… Continue reading Saints to interview Vikings DB coach Daronte Jones for vacant defensive coordinator position on Saturday
Aaron Jones, Vikings Push Back Void Date On Contract
Aaron Jones‘ one-year deal with the Vikings contained four void years to lessen the blow on Minnesota’s 2024 cap sheet. February 17 was a crucial date for the contract, as Jones would have officially hit free agency while leaving the Vikings with a notable dead cap hit in 2025. Both sides bought themselves some time… Continue reading Aaron Jones, Vikings Push Back Void Date On Contract
Saints request DC interview with Vikings assistant coach Daronte Jones
An unexpected name just popped up in the New Orleans Saints defensive coordinator search. Minnesota Vikings assistant Daronte Jones has been in high demand in this coaching cycle, and the Saints have requested an interview with him, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. He’s previously met with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Chicago Bears, and New York Giants for… Continue reading Saints request DC interview with Vikings assistant coach Daronte Jones
Saints Request DC Interview With Vikings’ Daronte Jones
The list of candidates for the Saints’ defensive coordinator position continues to grow. Daronte Jones has received an interview request, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports. Jones has worked with the Vikings for the past three years and four overall. His first Minnesota title was that of defensive backs coach, but since 2023 he has worked as the team’s… Continue reading Saints Request DC Interview With Vikings’ Daronte Jones