Adrian Peterson to rush for 2000 Yards in 2008?
February 9, 2008 by admin
Filed under 2008 Projections, NFL News, NFL Player Analysis
During a pro bowl interview, Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings indicated that in 2008 his goal is to rush for 2000 yards.
Said Peterson: “Oh, yeah, I set my bar high. That’s definitely where I’d like to start.”
While that’s crazy talk for almost anyone in the NFL, it’s not crazy talk for Adrian Peterson. In his rookie season, he was at one point on pace to rush for over 2000 yards. In 2008 with a year under his belt and a likely improved Vikings squad, 2000 yards perhaps isn’t likely but it wouldn’t shock anyone.
In 14 games as a rookie, Peterson finished with 1341 yards and 12 touchdowns. He finished with a yards per carry average of 5.6. Peterson also had 19 receptions for 268 yards and one touchdown.
In 2008, expect Peterson to be the featured back. As a rookie, Peterson oftentimes split carries with Chester Taylor. That likely won’t be the case in 2008 as Peterson should be ready to carry the Vikings by carrying the football as much as is needed.
Adrian Peterson 2007 Highlights …
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YES PETERSON WILL DO IT