Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones managed to enjoy a breakout year in the 2019 NFL season. Despite his efforts, it was not enough to garner him any love in the voting for this year's all-Pro teams.
Jones was left off both teams, with Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey and Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry earning honors ahead of him. According to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic, he says he is used to being overlooked and it not deterred by how the voting panned out:
“At this point, I'm used to being slept on … I know what kind of player I am and I've done great this year. I'm proud of myself, so honestly at this point, what other people think, it doesn't bother me. I'm All-Pro in my opinion.”
It is certainly encouraging to see that Aaron Jones does not appear to be getting too hung up about being snubbed. After all, he has plenty to hang his hat on following a spectacular 2019 campaign.
Head coach Matt LaFleur made it clear that he wanted to usher in a more balanced approach on offense and Jones was able to take full advantage by establishing himself as a bonafide workhorse in the backfield. He finished the regular season with 1,084 yards rushing and wound up as the NFL co-touchdowns leader with 19 total while also leading the league in broken tackles (42).
Aaron Jones' production had even warranted him some attention as a potential dark horse MVP. While he may not have been recognized by the NFL, he will have an opportunity to add onto his stellar year as an integral piece of the Packers offense in the postseason.
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