Adrian Peterson 64-Yard TD Run vs. Browns

Adrian Peterson was “struggling” with dehydration. And he was covered in blood. But on his 25th and final carry, he managed to rumble around and over the Cleveland Browns defense for 64 yards and a touchdown. The run not only sealed a 34-20 win for the Vikings on this 2009 NFL Kickoff Weekend. It also defined the kind of running back Adrian is—which is to say the best in the National Football League. He finished his work day with 180 yards rushing.

Adrian Peterson, Minnesota Vikings / Image: Zuma Press

My reaction was one of disbelief as I watched on DirecTV’s NFL Sunday Ticket. After running through two arm tackles, Adrian nearly stopped to throw defensive back Eric Wright out of his way with one arm along the sideline. He then stiff-armed defensive back Brandon McDonald and outran DB Abram Elam and linebacker Kamerion Wimbley to the end zone for the score.

You can watch the play for yourself here—Adrian Peterson 64-yard touchdown run against the Browns.

The Vikings offensive philosophy is to never give up on the run because at some point, AD will wear down an opposing defense and make them pay the ultimate price. And for those who were expecting quarterback Brett Favre to grab the headlines this NFL Kickoff Weekend, they’ll have to wait another day. In fact, I believe those days will be few and far between. This is still Adrian Peterson’s team.

Source: NFL.com