The Minnesota Vikings were one of the most surprising teams in the NFL this year, but are still left with more questions than answers this offseason. Kevin O'Connell won Coach of the Year honors, and rightfully so after leading the team to 14 wins,

After Jones' surprising release from the Green Bay Packers last offseason, Minnesota moved fast to sign him in the first few days of free agency. Jones agreed to a one-year, $7 million contract that was fully guaranteed.

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.