Adrian Peterson Ends Up Third On NFL Network's Top 100 List
by Christopher Gates on Jul 3, 2011 8:39 PM CDT
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Before I get too far into this, I just want to say that this give any more credence to the NFL Network's Top 100 list. I still think the methodology behind it was flawed, and it was basically a lot of filler for the NFL Network during the off-season/lockout that we've gone through this season.
That said, it's still nice to see someone say something nice about the Vikings or one of their players, given the rarity with which that occurs.
Adrian Peterson wound up at third overall on the NFL Network's Top 100 list, the top ten of which was announced this evening on the NFL Network. Going by the rankings, that means that Peterson's peers. . .the ones that bothered to vote, anyway. . .think that he deserves the following recognition:
-Best running back in the NFL
-Best non-quarterback in the NFL
-Best player in the NFC North (offensive or defensive)
-Best player in the NFC
Like I said, the list still doesn't make a whole lot of sense, but recognition for AP as one of the NFL's best players is always nice.
The top ten broke down like this:
10) Julius Peppers, defensive end, Chicago Bears
9) Drew Brees, quarterback, New Orleans Saints
8) Darrelle Revis, cornerback, New York Jets
7) Andre Johnson, wide receiver, Houston Texans
6) Troy Polamalu, safety, Pittsburgh Steelers
5) Ed Reed, safety, Baltimore Ravens
4) Ray Lewis, linebacker, Baltimore Ravens
3) Adrian Peterson, running back, Minnesota Vikings
2) Peyton Manning, quarterback, Indianapolis Colts
1) Tom Brady, quarterback, New England Patriots
Feel free to discuss the awesomeness of Adrian Peterson below, and congratulations to AP on his achievement. . .such as it is.
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At least they have AP rated as the best RB.
Also, I think it’s safe to say that both Brady and Manning are better at their positions than Peterson is at his.
With that said, I don’t think ADAP was snubbed. #3 is probably about right….IMO
Haha
I was kidding. I was actually pleasantly surprised he was given 3. I doubt the football media would have placed him that high. The thing is, players are GENERALLY less informed than the writers and may be more inclined to go with the “big” names. I would have put AP at 6 or so.
Adrian "All-Day" Peterson
We always knew it.
But it’s really nice to see the rest of the NFL acknowledge it. :)
Ah, ah,
We come from the land of the ice and snow,
From the midnight sun where the hot springs blow.
The hammer of the gods will drive our ships to new lands,
To fight the horde, singing and crying: Valhalla, I am coming!
SKOL!
What's the deal?
From what I can ascertain you are giving out interviews and writing articles at the same time. I wouldn’t doubt it. Have a great Fourth all ye Norseman. This is going to be a really interesting season and I think my confidence level is rising. I’m hoping that AP has a career year, and he just might.
Nah
The NFL Top 100 thing got over at about 9. . .interview wasn’t until 9:30. (-:
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by Christopher Gates on Jul 4, 2011 10:35 AM CDT up reply actions
I love AP but
The top RBs in the league are more easily replaced than the top QBs.
Hate to say it but if we could trade AP for Aaron Rodgers straight up we would. Rodgers and Brees should be rated higher than any RB.
Worse SB matchup ever!
Ray Lewis #4?
That’s just ridiculous. So is Ed Reed and Drew Brees in the top 10 imho. But like the kids say: It is what it is.
I hate to be a party pooper
But does anyone feel as if when Adrian’s contract is up that he will go to a team that has an O-line where he can pick up the yards he deserves and have his own AD2K season? I hate to think about it, but after what I saw him do in the Pro Bowl, (yes I know it’s just the Pro Bowl), but a team like the Pats, or just one that has a great o-line where he will get the max yards he can?
I think he'll follow the money.
I know AD is team player, but I think the majority of these guys care more about guaranteed money than anything.
With that said, I’m sure he’ll want to go to a team that has good potential vs going to team with bad potential……..but at the same time, he’s thinking about Guaranteed Money.
Question
now is will Zygi be willing to fork out the cash to pay the man.
That's a great question!
I think i read somewhere, that AD will be wanting something like 5yr-$65mil guaranteed, or maybe even more.
Will the Vikings want to pay that kinda money to a HB with 4yrs of wear and tear on his knees ?
Or will they opt to trade while the value on him is hot ?
I think the Vikings could easily get a 1st round pick for ADAP, maybe even two.
He is special and has another 4-5 years left
He isn’t your normal 5 years and done RB. I think we should all be able to see that by now. He can take a beating more than most RBs b/c he is just that F’n tough. Most Rbs arent built like him and thus can’t take the beating he can.
Worse SB matchup ever!
by VikesPma on Jul 5, 2011 10:54 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
No no no
Can’t believe what I am reading. Did Peyton ever leave the cubs…. i mean the bears? Emmit only left the ladyboys after what 15-16 yrs? Peterson is the type of back we keep for as long as he will allow us to keep him. He works his ass off every off season and has a mentality on the field which makes defenders not want to have to tackle him. Getting draft picks is wonderful but I think because of all the picks the vikes have given away in the last few yrs under the childress rule all some can think about is another Herschel Walker trade in our favor. No, Peterson is better than Herschel Walker ever was, Pro wise and we should keep Peterson for as long as he feels he can contribute in the NFL. He is the type of player, when he cannot contribute any longer, he will retire. Honestly if he keeps going like he is, I would be proud to say one day, the Minnesota Vikings had “THE” or one of the top 5 running backs in the history of the NFL from start to finish. He’s earned it thus far.
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