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Vikings-Panthers game plan
The physical Panthers bring some interesting grudge matchups to watch on Sunday night.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 19, 2009
Notebook: Pass defense takes a positive jump
The Vikings are known for their run defense, but their passing defense took a big step forward.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 17, 2009
Run game re-establishes Vikings' dominance
The Vikings rebounded for a convincing win by going back to their running roots.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 17, 2009
In the House of the Rival: Cards vs. 49ers
What did Tyson Qualls see that you didn't? Five questions answered from Monday's game.
-by AZRedReport.com Dec 16, 2009
Change in running philosophy works
The Vikings came into a physical game with a physical game plan and it worked well.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 14, 2009
Photo Gallery (Part 2): Bengals-Vikings
The Vikings 30-10 victory is captured in a wide variety of pictures
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 14, 2009
Notebook: Streak extended, Williams irked
Pat Williams didn't like the buildup that Cedric Benson received leading up to the game.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 14, 2009
Record-seekers vs. Bengals
Adrian Peterson broke one Vikings record and continued to move up the charts in several others.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 13, 2009
Photo Gallery: Bengals-Vikings, Part 1
The Vikings got back on track at home against the Bengals, winning 30-10
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 13, 2009
Peterson not frustrated with performance
Players and coaches explained the issues that have plagued the Vikings' running game.
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 11, 2009
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Injury News:
Injuries piling up for Vikings
-by VikingUpdate.com Dec 9, 2009
Injuries, illness could play role for Sunday
-by VikingUpdate.com Nov 28, 2009
Injuries make it a painful win
-by VikingUpdate.com Oct 19, 2009
Peterson active, Rice inactive
-by VikingUpdate.com Sep 21, 2008
Injuries surface for two Vikings starters
-by VikingUpdate.com Sep 18, 2008

[All Injury News (13)]

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Adrian Peterson
Ht: 6-1.5 Wt: 205 40: 4.4
Position: RB
Date of Birth: 03/21/1985
Year: Class of 2004
High School: Palestine HS
(Palestine, TX)
College: Oklahoma

2004 Scout.com HS Football Rankings (full list):
Pos: RB Pos Rank: #1 Pos Rating:


Biography:
Peterson is one of the nation's top prospects and running backs. Folks in Texas have compared him to Eric Dickerson. Last season as a junior, Peterson rushed for 2,051 yards (8.3 yards) and 22 touchdowns, despite injuring his right hand. His senior year was even better where he rushed the ball 240 times for 2,315 yards and 32 touchdowns. Peterson has been timed as fast as 10.6 in the 100 meters.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

Schools of Interest:
SchoolInterest LevelOffer? Attended Camp?Visit DateSigned LOI?
Oklahoma Verbal Yes   12/12/2003
Arkansas No Interest Yes   10/18/2003  
Miami (Fl) No Interest Yes   12/19/2003  
UCLA No Interest Yes   10/03/2003  
USC No Interest Yes   11/21/2003