Aaron Jones Dodges Major Knee Injury, Remains the Vikings' Indestructible Honda Civic

Aaron Jones dodging a major knee injury is the biggest win the Vikings got on Sunday, and they actually won the football game.

Adam Schefter reported Monday that the knee injury Jones suffered during Minnesota's 16-10 win over the Indianapolis Colts is not considered significant. The veteran running back is officially day-to-day, which is music to the ears of anyone holding a fantasy roster together with duct tape and blind hope.

"Adam Schefter reported a source described Jones as 'day to day.'"

Jones took a brutal hit on a speed option run and had to be helped off the field, instantly sending a collective shiver down the spine of the entire state of Minnesota. But somehow, he avoided disaster. He has already racked up 436 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 105 carries this season, proving he is still the absolute engine of this offense when healthy.

Calling an NFL running back day-to-day is usually coach-speak for a guy whose cartilage is currently being rebuilt in a secret lab, but in this case, it looks like a genuine bullet dodged. Jones already tweaked a knee back in Week 2 and still has not missed a game this year. The guy is basically operating like a 1998 Honda Civic. He might make some weird noises when you start him up, but he is going to get you to work.

For the betting markets, this completely shifts the outlook for Minnesota's ground game. Without Jones, you are looking at a backfield committee that inspires absolutely zero confidence for player props or total team points. With him, the offense keeps its identity and the oddsmakers can breathe a sigh of relief.

The Vikings will likely play it safe with him in practice this week. Keep an eye on the Wednesday injury report, but right now, it looks like Jones has a real shot to suit up for their next matchup instead of taking a mandatory vacation on injured reserve.