Vikings Won't Exercise 2017 Option On Adrian Peterson's Contract

The Minnesota Vikings announced Tuesday the team will not exercise the 2017 option on running back Adrian Peterson’s contract.

Peterson will become an unrestricted free agent on Thursday, March 9.

“Adrian is an important part of the Minnesota Vikings organization,” Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman said in a statement. “We will continue to have conversations with his representatives and leave our future options open while determining what is best for both parties moving forward.”

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