It seems there will be at least a partial resolution to the ongoing saga of Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, as the All Pro ballcarrier is slated to meet with the league on Tuesday, according to a report from Josina Anderson of ESPN.
"Adrian Peterson told me yesterday he's expecting to meet Roger Goodell around 2pm today after having a counseling followup abt an hr prior," Josina tweeted early Tuesday.
Prior to his meeting with Goodell, Peterson revealed to Anderson that he's looking forward to the opportunity to move past the incident, which led to his suspension by the NFL.
"Adrian Peterson to me on his mindset before meeting with the NFL today: 'I am anxious to start a new chapter and get on with the rest of my life.' Peterson also told me he's eager to share what he and his family went through during his league discipline," Anderson wrote.
Peterson appeared in just one game for the Vikings last season after he was suspended by Goodell due to a domestic violence incident involving his then four-year-old son.
The 30-year-old Peterson has been adamant since winning the appeal of his suspension that he no longer wants to remain a member of the NFL's Minnesota franchise because he didn't feel supported by certain members of the Vikings front office - and specifically new COO Kevin Warren - throughout his ordeal.
Peterson's agent, Ben Dogra, made it clear that Peterson desired a trade during the NFL rookie scouting combine and recent speculation alleges that ample mutual interest exists between Peterson - whose "dream-scenario" would reportedly be to join the Cowboys - and Dallas, who may potentially be "all in" on acquiring the future Hall of Famer.
Peterson's word choice to Anderson - that he is looking forward to a "new chapter" in his life - could be read many different ways, and it's very possible he was again indicating his desire to land in a new NFL destination.
As it currently stands though, Peterson is under contract with the Vikings for three more seasons, and Minnesota head coach Mike Zimmer and team owner Mark Wilf have been clear in their intention to see the bruising back return to the fold next year.
