What happened: Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones spoke on the personal importance of supporting military veterans, citing his family's service history. Both of Jones' parents served in the Army and deployed to war, while his brother currently serves in the Air Force. Jones noted the challenges military families face when service members return home from war.

Why it matters: Minnesota sits at 6-1 through seven games in 2026, holding the second seed in the conference following a 15-19 loss to the Detroit Lions. Jones' advocacy highlights player-led community initiatives supporting active service members and veterans during the NFL regular season.

What to watch: Minnesota hosts the Buffalo Bills in their upcoming matchup.