Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon got the start on Monday night after running back Aaron Jones was inactive due to a hamstring injury. This came as a surprise for the Packers, and Jones missed his third game this season. Aaron Jones not being healthy has been a big deal for this off-season.
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However, Dillon had his best game of the season for the Packers on Monday night against the Las Vegas Raiders despite the 17-13 loss on the road. He rushed for 76 yards on 20 carries and one touchdown. AJ Dillon scored his lone touchdown of the game for the Green Bay Packers on a 5-yard rushing on their opening drive of the second half in the third quarter.
Dillon has received a lot of criticism for not playing well this season in his absence, and maybe this is the game that will get him going. However, this could also be a game that is a fluke for him. The NFL trade deadline is on October 31, and who knows if AJ Dillon will be with the Packers by then. He will be a free agent at the end of the season.
AJ Dillon Must Play Like This For the Green Bay Packers If Aaron Jones Continues To Miss Games
Dillon rushing for 76 yards on 20 carries and one touchdown sounds a lot better than him rushing for only 50 yards on 25 carries. He averaged 3.8 yards per carry in this football game. A.J. Dillon has been rumored in trade talks, and will see if this wakes him up. He is not only playing for Green Bay but can also be auditioning for the other 31 teams in the NFL for the rest of the season.
Aaron Jones missing the last three of five games due to a hamstring injury is not good. Hopefully, he will be able to play after the bye week for the Packers. If Jones can not play against Denver, Dillon will look to play strong once again. The Denver Broncos’ defense has struggled against the run big time this season. The Green Bay Packers may need to hang onto Dillon if Jones continues to be injured.
AJ Dillon showcased his prowess in a surprise start for the Green Bay Packers, stepping up in Aaron Jones’ absence due to injury. Despite the team’s loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, Dillon’s performance was a highlight. For more updates on the Packers and their key players, check out our Green Bay Packers News section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will AJ Dillon overtake Aaron Jones?
According to ESPN insider Dan Graziano, there is a bold prediction that AJ Dillon will surpass Aaron Jones as the leading running back for the Green Bay Packers. This prediction was made in an article highlighting one bold prediction for each NFL team.
What happened with AJ Dillon?
AJ Dillon was shoved by a police officer during a rain delay at the contest between Manchester City and FC Bayern, while he was attempting a Lambeau Leap on the sidelines. This incident caused controversy and garnered attention from fans and media alike.
