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Adrian Peterson • #21 • RB
Ht/Wt:6'1", 220 lbs.
Born:Mar 21, 1985 (39 yrs) in Palestine, TX
Hometown:Palestine, TX
College:Oklahoma
Experience:14 years
Drafted:Drafted by Minnesota in 2007 (1/7).
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Scouting Report
A big-play threat on every touch. Has exceptional pure running skills and excellent size, and uses those tools to maximum effect. Gets to full speed quickly and can plow through tackles. Has great vision and cutback ability and is very patient. Flashes decent hands. Ball security is his biggest drawback. Off-field issues now dog him. Takes lots of hits and pounding, leading to frequent injuries (although he often plays through them). A poor pass blocker and mediocre route runner out of the backfield.
Long Range Potential: Aging superstar tailback with issues.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
NFL Most Valuable Player 2012
NFL Bert Bell Trophy 2012, 2008
NFL Offensive Player of the Year 2012
NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year 2007
NFL Pro Bowl MVP 2007
NFL Named to play in Pro Bowl 2015, 2013 (did not play - injured), 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007
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