Vikings Decline Adrian Peterson's Option

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- For the first time in his illustrious NFL career, one of the game's best all-time running backs may not be playing for the Minnesota Vikings.

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The Vikings announced they will not pick up the option on Adrian Peterson's contract, meaning the 31-year-old running back is set to become a free-agent on March 9th.

Peterson's option for 2017 would have paid him $18 million.

"The door is still open to find some common ground," Peterson said in a statement to ESPN. "I understand addressing the offensive line is one of their main priorities this offseason. In the meantime, I will explore my other options and see what path God leads me on. My main goal remains the same: to win a Super Bowl championship with a great team, which I also believe we have in Minnesota."

The Vikings can still try to restructure Peterson's contract or sign him to a new one before the official start of the 2017 season on March 9th.

Peterson played just three games in 2016 due to a torn meniscus.

For his career, Peterson is a seven time Pro Bowl running back, a five-time all-pro, and 2012 MVP. He has rushed for 11,747 yards and 97 touchdowns in his career.

According to Bovada LV, the Eagles are 20-1 to be the next team Peterson plays.

Adrian Peterson - Which roster will he be on for Game 1 of the 2017 Regular Season?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers             3/1

Minnesota Vikings                     5/1

New York Giants                       5/1

Kansas City Chiefs                    5/1

Carolina Panthers                      7/1

New England Patriots                8/1

Green Bay Packers                    10/1

Washington Redskins                10/1

Oakland Raiders                        12/1

Seattle Seahawks                      14/1

Philadelphia Eagles                   20/1

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