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Aaron Jones and the Green Bay Packers are set to take on the Dallas Cowboys in a key Week 5 matchup. It is a game the Packers really want to win to get back on track after losing to the Philadelphia Eagles last week. Getting back on track is a word that Jones will look to own as well this week.
Last week against the Eagles, Jones carried the football 13 times for just 21 yards. He did score a touchdown on the ground and caught six passes for 37 yards as well. The numbers were not what Fantasy Football players had been looking for from him.
Quite a few Fantasy Football players will have to make tough decisions on Jones this week. Should you play him or sit him on your bench? Let's dive in and take a look.
Aaron Jones Primed for a Workhorse Role for The Packers
Starting things off, Jones is going to have a much bigger role this week than he has had this year. Jamaal Williams has been given quite a bit of playing time as well, but that won't be the case this week. Williams is out for Week 5 due to the injury that he suffered last week against Philadelphia.
That means that Jones is going to be utilized as a workhorse back this week.
Jones spoke out about what his mindset is going into this week's game with the Cowboys. He isn't feeling any pressure or frustration.
“Before, previously I wouldn't go out there looking for those big runs, just let it come natural and let it happen. That's what I am going to continue to do, let it come to me, let it happen naturally and not go looking for anything.”
Expect to see the Packers get him going this week early and rely on him heavily throughout the game. The Cowboys don't have an amazing defense, but they aren't bad either. If you have him on your Fantasy Football team, go ahead and plug him into your lineup.
All of that being said, it's time to make a prediction for Jones this week.
Aaron Rodgers Week 5 Prediction: 22 carries, 85 rushing yards, one touchdown, five receptions, 35 receiving yards.
