A hamstring scare for Aaron Jones leaves Minnesota with a shortened game plan as J.J. McCarthy grapples with pressure from Atlanta. With 78 rushing yards on 19 carries and no receptions, the Vikings may lean on Jordan Mason as Jones’ potential absence looms. Ty Chandler and Zavier Scott could see extra work, while the Bengals loom next. Fantasy fallout centers on who steps up in the Vikings’ backfield and who benefits from McCarthy’s adjustment period.

As Minnesota navigates pass protection and run balance, Mason’s workload could surge if Jones is sidelined. The immediate question for fantasy managers is whether Mason is a must-add in shallow rosters and how to gauge Chandler/Scott as stashes. A clearer timeline on Jones’ return will shape playoff-week planning and waiver priorities.