Is Aaron Jones playing today? Latest on Vikings RB for Fantasy Football Week 7

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones, who had a hip injury in Week 5 against the New York Jets, reportedly took part in the team's first practice of the week on Monday.

Since the Vikings returned from a bye week, their practice session on Monday was light. Reporters present at the TCO Performance Center claimed that Jones and his colleagues were practicing outside while wearing helmets.

The veteran running back's ability to practice at all is encouraging in terms of his possible availability for the big Week 7 matchup with the Detroit Lions.

Per recent updates, Jones is questionable but expected to play on Sunday vs Lions.

Aaron Jones has been a key player in the Vikings offense this season, which has made his probable unavailability in Week 7 even more troubling for supporters of the undefeated Minnesota team.

Everyone saw how important he was to that offense in Week 5 when he left the game against the Jets, which caused the offense to lose steam.

Jones will probably be cleared to play on Sunday if he can resume full practice this week. His availability against a formidable Lions team might matter for the Vikings in Week 7.

Aaron Jones injury update: What happened to the Vikings' RB?

Aaron Jones suffered a hip injury during the Minnesota Vikings' Week 5 victory over the New York Jets in London.

In the end, the former Green Bay Packers running back was ruled out of the game as he was unable to continue. Following the game, Kevin O'Connell, the head coach of Minnesota, declared him week-to-week.

Aaron Jones and the Vikings were on a bye in Week 6, so he must have taken that week to rest. It's unclear if that rest is enough for him to recover from the hip problem.

The 29-year-old running back was reportedly present for Monday's light practice in Minnesota, but it's still possible that the team will remain cautious and hold him out for Week 7. That being said, if he's ready to play on Sunday, the team probably won't stop him from starting.

Jones' presence would be extremely beneficial to the Vikings offense on Sunday when they play the Detroit Lions for bragging rights in the tough NFC North division.