Aaron Jones

2024 - 3 - 11

Packers Shake Up Running Back Position: Aaron Jones to be Released

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Breaking news: Packers make a surprising move by releasing star running back Aaron Jones after signing Josh Jacobs.

In a shocking turn of events, the Green Bay Packers have announced their decision to release veteran running back Aaron Jones. This move comes shortly after the team agreed to sign the talented Josh Jacobs from Las Vegas. Jones, a stalwart player for the Packers, was due a significant sum, leading the franchise to opt for a cost-cutting measure. Despite Jones' impressive track record that helped carry the Packers to the playoffs, the organization decided to part ways with him.

The sudden release of Aaron Jones has sent ripples across the NFL, with fans and analysts alike surprised by the Packers' bold move. Jones, known for his exceptional skills on the field, now faces uncertainty in his career path following the unexpected development. The signing of Josh Jacobs adds a new dynamic to Green Bay's running back roster, creating excitement and intrigue for the upcoming season.

On the heels of Jacobs' arrival, the rift between Aaron Jones and the Packers over contract negotiations further fueled the decision to release the veteran player. While Jones' departure marks the end of an era in Green Bay, it also signals a shift in the team's strategic plans for the future. The Packers' bold decision reflects the unpredictability and competitiveness of the NFL's free agency period.

In a surprising twist, the Packers' move to release Aaron Jones underscores the ever-evolving nature of professional football, where roster changes and strategic moves can shape a team's trajectory. As fans speculate on Jones' next steps, the impact of this decision resonates throughout the league, highlighting the dynamics of player acquisitions and team restructuring. The NFL's landscape continues to evolve, with each player transaction bringing new storylines and intrigue to the sport.

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Packers Will Release Running Back Aaron Jones (Forbes)

Just hours after agreeing to sign Las Vegas standout Josh Jacobs, the Packers will reportedly release veteran stalwart Aaron Jones.

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Source: Packers to sign Josh Jacobs, release Aaron Jones - ESPN (ESPN)

The Packers are signing veteran running back Josh Jacobs and releasing Aaron Jones, a source told ESPN.

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Report: Packers plan to release RB Aaron Jones (WSAW)

Jones was due $12 ...

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NFL Rumors: Aaron Jones Released by Packers After Josh Jacobs ... (Bleacher Report)

Monday has been a wild day at the running back position. The Green Bay Packers have been at the center of it all. After reportedly agreeing to a contract ...

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Packers Shockingly Release Aaron Jones After Signing Josh Jacobs (Sports Illustrated)

Aaron Jones, one of the most productive running backs in NFL history, carried the Packers to the playoffs but was released on Monday in a cost-cutting move.

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Packers releasing RB Aaron Jones (Packers Wire)

Green Bay agreed to terms with free agent running back Josh Jacobs earlier Monday. Jones' cap number was set to be $17,575,824. His deal included a base salary ...

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NFL free agency 2024: Packers releasing Aaron Jones after ... (CBSSports.com)

On top of Jacobs' arrival, this severing of ties with Jones comes after contract talks between him and the Packers broke down. Jones was entering the final year ...

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Packers release RB Aaron Jones (Packers.com)

As good of a player as Aaron is on the field, he is an even better person," said Head Coach Matt LaFleur. "When I arrived in Green Bay as a first-time head ...

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Les Packers se sรฉparent d'Aaron Jones (Touchdown Actu)

Des discussions se tenaient depuis plusieurs jours entre les deux parties pour une modification ร  la baisse du contrat du running back. L'annonce de la fin de l ...

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Packers Cut Aaron Jones, Snag Josh Jacobs via Free Agency (Sports Illustrated)

Green Bay wasted no time in releasing Aaron Jones once they got Josh Jacobs under contract.

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Aaron Jones Released by Packers Amid Josh Jacobs Contract ... (Bleacher Report)

Monday has been a wild day at the running back position. The Green Bay Packers have been at the center of it all. After reportedly agreeing to a contract ...

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Packers announce Aaron Jones release (NBC Sports)

There was some talk about Jones taking a pay cut to remain with the team, but the Packers agreed to sign Josh Jacobs on Monday and word of Jones' impending ...

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NFL running back Aaron Jones through the years (El Paso Times)

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) carries against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game ...

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Where will Aaron Jones land next? 3 potential NFL teams, and yes ... (El Paso Times)

For the first time in a career that has spanned seven years, Aaron Jones will be with someone other than the Green Bay Packers.

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Packers release Aaron Jones after adding Josh Jacobs in 2024 NFL ... (CBSSports.com)

Jones' tenure in Green Bay has come to a close.

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Packers are releasing running back Aaron Jones after failing to ... (Appleton Post Crescent)

The Green Bay Packers wanted to reduce Aaron Jones' $17 million salary cap number but weren't able to agree with him on a restructured deal.

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Report: Vikings Showing Interest in Ex-Packers RB Aaron Jones (Sports Illustrated)

Will the Vikings add Jones to their running back room after cutting Alexander Mattison?

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Aaron Jones landing spots: Cowboys and more teams that could ... (USA TODAY)

Longtime Packer Aaron Jones is looking for his next team after Green Bay released him. The market looks good for the 29-year-old running back.

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Report: Vikings interested in running back Aaron Jones after his ... (Sports Illustrated)

Aaron Jones is drawing interest from the Minnesota Vikings after the running back was released by the Green Bay Packers on Monday.

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Packers asked Aaron Jones to take significant pay cut, Vikings now ... (The Athletic)

On Monday, about five weeks later, the Packers released Jones. How did Green Bay go from point A to point B with one of the franchise's best running backs ever ...

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Aaron Jones free agency rumors: Packers' division rivals interested ... (CBSSports.com)

Jones, 29, was released on the first day of the NFL's free-agent negotiating period after declining a proposed 50% pay cut, per Dianna Russini, and is now free ...

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Aaron Jones declined significant pay cut from Packers before being ... (Packers Wire)

Jones was due to make $12 million in the final year of his deal in 2024. The Packers asked for a pay cut at or approaching 50 percent of his 2024 salary.

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Why did Packers choose Josh Jacobs over Aaron Jones at RB ... (ESPN Philippines)

Over seven seasons, Jones earned the respect of the franchise, fans and teammates, but the Packers moved on to Jacobs Monday.

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Aaron Jones, Vikings agree to deal 1 day after Packers release RB ... (The Athletic)

The Packers agreed to terms with former Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs on Monday.

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Packers Ex Aaron Jones a Free Agent Target For Ravens? (Sports Illustrated)

The Baltimore Ravens' running back room is uncertain, but with Aaron Jones being released by the Green Bay Packers, could the franchise pursue a move?

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Vikings Signing Former Packers RB Aaron Jones to One-Year Deal (Sports Illustrated)

Per Tom Pelissero, Jones gets $7 million to join the Vikings โ€” one day after being released by their biggest rivals. Green Bay signed Josh Jacobs on Monday and ...

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RB Aaron Jones to sign with Minnesota Vikings after release from ... (NFL.com)

Aaron Jones has agreed to terms with the Vikings on a one-year, $7 million deal. The Pro Bowl running back was released Monday by the Packers, who replaced ...

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Vikings reportedly agree to a deal with former Packers RB Aaron ... (Sports Illustrated)

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly close to signing running back Aaron Jones, who was released by the Green Bay Packers on Monday.

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Aaron Jones to join Vikings after being released by Packers - ESPN (ESPN)

One day after being released by the Packers, Aaron Jones is expected to sign a one-year, $7 million deal with the rival Vikings, his agents told ESPN.

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Vikings signing Aaron Jones: Former Packers running back headed ... (CBSSports.com)

Jones has spent his entire career with the Packers, but the two sides were unable to come to an agreement during contract talks. Jones was entering the final ...

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Vikings to sign former Packers running back Aaron Jones (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

Aaron Jones, 29, was released by the Packers on Monday. He'll become the latest Green Bay player to cross the St. Croix River and play for the Vikings.

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Reports: Former Packers RB Aaron Jones to sign with division rival (UpperMichigansSource.com)

(WLUC & AP) - Former ...

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