ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported this morning that the representatives for running back Adrian Peterson, who is accused of felony injury to his 4-year-old son in Texas, have been in ongoing talks for a plea agreement that could be done as early as this Tuesday, according to Schefter’s sources.
Peterson’s trial is tentatively set to begin Dec. 1. His lawyer, Rusty Hardin, has said Peterson, who is currently on the commissioner’s exempt list, wants a speedy trial so he can return to work.
But should Peterson plead guilty, chances are he would be subject to discipline from the league.
Peterson, 29, last played in Week 1, rushing for 75 yards on 21 carries in a win over the Rams.
Ben Goessling is in his sixth year covering the Vikings, having joined the Star Tribune in 2017 after four seasons at ESPN and one at the Pioneer Press. He is an Apple Valley High School and University of Minnesota graduate. Follow him at @GoesslingStrib.
Mark Craig has covered the NFL for 23 years, and the Vikings since 2003 for the Star Tribune. He is one of 48 Pro Football Hall of Fame selectors. Follow him at @markcraignfl.
Andrew Krammer joined the Star Tribune in July 2016 after three years covering the Vikings for 1500 ESPN. He is a 2013 graduate of the University of Minnesota. Follow him at @Andrew_Krammer.
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