Vikings place RB Mason (thumb) on injured reserve
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Key Points:
- Jordan Mason led the team in carries in Week 1 and is expected to play in Week 2 against the Bears, although his limited role in the passing game may cap his weekly ceiling.
- Aaron Jones and Mason both ran nine routes in Week 1, with Jones receiving one target and Mason none; Jones is considered the lesser half of the committee but should maintain RB3 value.
- The Vikings released several players following the signing of Chris Rodriguez, who, along with Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen, leads the backfield depth chart entering the regular season.
- Rookie Demond Claiborne, nicknamed "Lightning," has impressed coaches with his agility and may compete for a role in the passing game, though he currently ranks behind Jones and Mason on the depth chart.
- Mason, standing 5'11" and weighing around 230 pounds, could challenge for the primary rushing role, but 31-year-old Aaron Jones is likely to remain the main option on passing downs.
