By Alex Hope 
As a child, Aaron Jones traveled a lot, owing to the fact that his parents served the U.S Army. He was living in Germany and Texas and others. The pre-existing world of transition preconditioned strength, motivation and flexibility. He is one of the greatest running back today in NFL a tale of hard work, gradual improvement and sporting perfection. We shall follow his life, his early years, his college life at University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), his career, his style of play, his life in general in this biography; all in a clear, easy to read, and factual manner.
Childhood and Career of Aaron Jones.
Family and upbringing
Aaron LaRae Jones Sr. was born on the 2 nd of December 1994 in Savannah, Georgia. Both his mother and father Vurgess and Alvin Jones Sr. served in the U.S. Army over a long period. Consequently, Aaron, his twin brother Alvin Jr. and his elder brother Xavier and his sister Chelsirae spent their life in various locations: Germany, Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia and, finally, around the U.S. Mexico border in El Paso, Texas.
The military life of the family also made its impact on the values of Aaron, discipline, respect, and ability to adjust to new circumstances.
High school years in El Paso
Aaron studied in Burges High School in El Paso. His athletic potential was demonstrated at high school level where he rushed more than 1,800 yards and approximately 30 touchdowns during his senior year. He won awards in the local newspaper (El Paso Times All-City MVP).
He graduated out of high school as a three-star prospect.
His performance in high-school won him a spot in UTEP where he would proceed to develop his career.
Aaron Jones Biography Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Aaron LaRae Jones Sr. |
| Date of Birth | December 2, 1994 |
| Place of Birth | Savannah, Georgia, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Weight | 208 lb (94 kg) |
| Parents | Alvin Jones Sr. (father), Vurgess Jones (mother) |
| Siblings | Alvin Jones Jr. (twin brother), Xavier Jones, Chelsirae Jones |
| High School | Burges High School, El Paso, Texas |
| College | University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) |
| College Years | 2013 – 2016 |
| NFL Draft | 2017 NFL Draft – Round 5, Pick 182 (Selected by Green Bay Packers) |
| NFL Debut | October 2017 |
| Teams Played For | Green Bay Packers (2017–2023); Minnesota Vikings (2024–Present) |
| Position | Running Back |
| Jersey Number | #33 |
| Rushing Yards (Career) | 7,124 yards (as of 2025) |
| Rushing Touchdowns | 50 |
| Receiving Yards | 2,528 |
| Receiving Touchdowns | 21 |
| Yards Per Carry Average | 4.9 |
| Awards & Honors | Pro Bowl (2020); NFL Rushing Touchdowns Leader (2019) |
| Contract (2025) | Two-year deal with Minnesota Vikings worth $20 million ($13 million guaranteed) |
| Personal Interests | Family, Community Work, Supporting Military Families |
| Charitable Activities | USO Tours, Military Family Support Programs, Youth Camps |
| Notable Traits | Speed, Agility, Vision, Leadership, Humility |
| Residence | Minnesota, USA |
College Career at UTEP
When freshmen are second year students.
Aaron started his college football career in 2013 and joined UTEP. He was a freshman and played with the ball 155 times attaining 811 yards and four times with the ball. It was a much better year in his sophomore year: 242 rushes, 1,321 yards, 11 rushing TDs, and 30 catches and 293 receiving yards and three TD catches.
These are the figures that enhance the way he was a dual-threat running back (rushing and receiving) even at college.
Senior year and draft entry
In his senior season, Jones came back on his feet after a junior year as a victim of injury, rushing for 1,773 yards and 17 touchdowns, as well as 28 receptions with 233 yards and another three touchdowns.
The productivity in his college career in terms of draft profile gave him a boost, but he still did not qualify as an ultra-high pick, as many teams neglected to check him despite his numbers.
Aaron Jones Professional Career.
Entry into the NFL
Aaron Jones was drafted in the 2017 NFL Draft in Round 5, equally 182nd overall by the Green Bay Packers.
He did sign his rookie contract and debuted in Week 4 of his rookie season.
4 years of development and breakout with Green Bay.
Aaron had a total of 448 yards and 4 touchdowns in 81 carries in his rookie season.
The following seasons he did get better. In 2019, one of his best seasons was when he shared the lead in NFL rushing touchdowns.
In 2020 he was chosen to play in the Pro Bowl.
He had also made himself a part of the Green Bay Packers books: by one account, he was the third-most rushing player in franchise history and the fourth-most rushing player in franchise history in terms of the number of rushing touchdowns by the time he had left the team.
Move to Minnesota Vikings
In 2024 Aaron Jones was signed by Minnesota Vikings. During his first season with Minnesota, he rushed 255 times, and made 1,138 yards, a record in the number of rushing attempts and yards in his career.
In March 2025 the Vikings re-upped him on a two year, 20 million deal with 13 million in guarantees.
As of 2025 show, his career records include more than 7,000 rushing yards, 50 rushing TDs, more than 2,500 receiving yards and 21 receiving TDs.
Playing Style and Impact
Strengths and physical profile.
Aaron Jones is approximately 5-9 to 5-10 in height and weight is 208 lbs.
He is a combination of speed, agility and vision- he is capable of hitting holes in a short time, turning and offering his services both as a runner and a receiver. Even his efficiency has been complimented: one writer writes that of all running backs with 1,000 or more career carries, he was the sixth most prolific by all-time average of 4.9 yards per carry.
Role on his teams
In the case of Green Bay, Jones shared the back-field work, but came out to be a weapon of situation. In 2024, he has an increased role as his number of carries is high with Minnesota. He is not only appreciated due to rushing but also because of taking passes, which he does in various stages of the offense.
His maturity in the off field, leadership and service to the community has also been attributed to his military family background.
Influence of Personal Life and Off-Field.
Community and military family background.
Aaron was brought up in a military family both his parents served a good number of years in the Army. This history made him characteristically minded and responsible. In 2025 he took part in a USO tour of military bases and he said the experience was meaningful and grounding.
He has taken an opportunity to give to communities as an NFL player, and pay respect to the service by military families.
Public image and leadership
Jones is not only considered to be a professional and disciplined athlete but also a humble person. His journey of moving between teams, challenges, and achievements are the evidence of not only physical talent but also mental acting. He engages with the fans, takes part in charity events and maintains contact with his home city of El Paso.
Hardships, Failures and Strengths.
His story is a success, but Jones has not been spared. He was chosen late in the draft (5 th round), which indicates that many teams did not appreciate him. He suffered injuries in college which stopped his junior season. At the beginning of his NFL career he had to prove and have more carries.
Relocating (St. Green Bay to Minnesota,) also required modifications in systems, coaches and expectations, but he did that change quite well as his 2024 season reflected. His lack of permanence is reflected in his perpetually shifting nature as a child and endows him with instruments to deal with the shift.
Legacy and What Lies Ahead
Jones has reached the later years of what most running backs deem their prime window, at 30 (as of 2025). There is still a high level of productivity to come with his performance in Minnesota. His service history and leadership coupled with his contract provides him with a chance to be remembered not only as a stat sheet player but as a respected member of the team.
Whether he will keep on adding more yards, touchdowns, or plays into his mid-30s or not remains to be seen as it is how his career will proceed. However, his lifetime trip as a military-family life and as a star in high school, college star and NFL Pro Bowl player, already makes him a legend in football histories.
Summary
The story by Aaron Jones starts in a changing world where he was transferred between bases with his parents who served in the Army and develops into a life of grinding, performance and service. He has been flexible, gifted and strong across the high school grounds of El Paso through the college stadium of the UTEP and then into the pro worlds with the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings. His on-field success can be reflected in his statistics more than 7,000 rushing yards and 50 rushing touchdowns. Out of the field, his upbringing told him about duty and community that he has brought to the game. On his way to the NFL, he is an epitome of hard work, diversity and personality.
FAQs
What NFL team does Aaron Jones play in?
Aaron Jones is a player of Minnesota Vikings. (Wikipedia)
What was the college football of Aaron Jones?
His college football playing days were at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP).
What are the career total rushing yards and touchdowns of Aaron Jones?
By 2025 with 50 rushing involved goals and over 7,000 career rushing yards, his career is nearly over.
What can Aaron Jones do off the field?
He celebrates his military-family heritage, does outreach of military service (such as USO tours) and takes part in community activities.
Why is the playing style of Aaron Jones effective?
His speed, vision, agility and receiving skills are combined to qualify him as a dual-threat back. His effectiveness can be seen in his efficiency (approx. 4.9 yards per carry).