The Adrian Peterson era in New Orleans already is off to a lovely start. The former Vikings running back was back in Minnesota with his new squad on “Monday Night Football,” and we’re sure there was plenty of extra motivation as a result. However, the Saints only gave him four carries, which he turned into 14 yards during the first half. But that wasn’t the part that got all the attention. Instead, it was the argument he had with Saints head coach Sean Payton on the sideline. Yeah, that doesn’t seem like a good omen for Peterson in New Orleans. Thumbnail photo via Brace Hemmelgarn/USA TODAY Sports Images
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Vikings Running Back Adrian Peterson Planning To Have Knee Surgery
Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson appears to be headed for surgery after he suffered a right knee injury in last week’s win over the Green bay Packers. Peterson wasn’t playing well before the injury happened. He’s ran for just 50 yards on 31 carries, and the Vikings are the only team without 100 rushing yards through the first two games combined. Still, Peterson remains one of the best players in the league and his loss for any amount of games would be a huge blow to an offense with just two offensive touchdowns all season. Fantasy football owners should look to the waiver wire or Vikings backup running backs Jerick McKinnon ... NESN.com
Jacoby Ellsbury, Adrian Gonzalez Nominated for Greatness in Baseball Yearly Awards
It might not alleviate the pain of the Red Sox' September collapse, but Jacoby Ellsbury and Adrian Gonzalez have a chance to bring home some individual accolades this offseason. Both Ellsbury and Gonzalez have been nominated for 2011 Greatness