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Vikings to Release Pro Bowlers Jones, Hargrave

The Minnesota Vikings are releasing Pro Bowlers Javon Hargrave and Aaron Jones as the 2026 NFL league year opens.

The San Francisco 49ers should monitor the two pending free agents as potential depth pieces rather than starters. Jones offers veteran reliability at running back, while Hargrave provides interior pass-rush support.

Both players would likely serve as rotational veterans on inexpensive one-year deals to bolster roster depth behind current starters.