It was a picture-perfect start for the Vikings in a big-time game against the Detroit Lions. The Lions got the ball to start the game, but after a couple of penalties and good Minnesota defense

After working tirelessly to make sure he could be on the field, veteran running back Aaron Jones was active for the Vikings on Sunday afternoon at U.S. Bank Stadium. His status was up in the air heading into the pivotal matchup with the Detroit Lions.

Vikings running back Aaron Jones, who’s listed as questionable for Sunday afternoon’s game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, is expected to play, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones is reportedly expected to play in Sunday's (October 20) game against the NFC North Division rival Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed to ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday (October 19).