BaddSports #354

If you’re digging for a true late-round gem in 2025 fantasy football, stop scrolling. His name is Jordan Mason, and he’s not just a handcuff — he’s a perfect surface fit in a newly ideal environment.

6.0 YPC on TURF (65 carries)
5.0 YPC on GRASS (171 carries)

That’s what Jordan Mason has done over 65 carries across five career games on artificial surfaces — a full 0.7 yards higher than his already VERY strong 5.3 YPC career average (236 carries, 1,253 yards, 7 TDs)

Now Mason lands in Minnesota, where U.S. Bank Stadium features a fast indoor turf surface. He won’t need 20 touches a game to produce. If he gets even 10–12 efficient touches per week, he could emerge as a flex play with touchdown upside — and if Aaron Jones (age 30) misses time? League-winner alert.

A Proven Rusher with Fresh Legs
Games Played: 45
Career Rushing Stats: 236 carries, 1,253 yards, 7 TDs
Yards Per Carry: 5.3
Career Long: 55 yards
Receiving Line: 14 catches, 122 yards, 0 TDs

He’s a decisive, efficient runner with big-play ability and a clear short-yardage profile at 5’11”, 223 pounds. His 7 touchdowns on limited touches prove he’s ready for a red zone role.

Fantasy Strategy: Take him as RB depth after your starters are filled.
Draft Range: Round 8–10 in most leagues
Ceiling: RB1 weeks if Aaron Jones is out
Floor: TD-dependent FLEX in turf-heavy matchups
Bonus: Vikings have 11 games on turf in 2025

He’s not a name that will trend on social media, but Mason is the kind of player who wins leagues in November when aging starters break down.

Potential issue:
Fumbles: 3 (1 lost) in 236 carries
Mason is at 1.27% fumble per carry. That’s above NFL average (1%).
(He’s fumble prone so far)

Final Word: It’s Not Hype. It’s Data.
Jordan Mason is averaging 5.3 YPC over his entire career.
He’s averaging 6.0 YPC on the same turf he’ll now call home.
He has low mileage, a bruising frame, and a shot at goal-line work.

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