Adrian Peterson bolts for the NFL
It seemed everyone but Adrian Peterson knew that he was going to declare for the draft, but now it is official. Adrian Peterson made it official in a news release from the University of Oklahoma; he declared himself eligible for the up coming NFL Draft.
It was the news I was hoping never would come, but I knew it would be his ultimate decision. He was just too good of a player to pass up his shot at the NFL. In just three short seasons with the University of Oklahoma he was within 80 yards of becoming the leading rusher in the history of OU. That was no small feat, especially when the leading rusher was Heisman Trophy winner Billy Sims and he did it in 4 years at OU. Since he is leaving early he will finish third on the all time rushing list at OU with 40041 yards which puts him behind Billy Sims (4118 yards) and Joe Washington (4071).
Anyone that has seen Peterson play will understand why he is projected to have a excellent career in the NFL, he is an explosive and powerful runner. He is also 6′2" and over 200 lb. and has sprinter speed with terrific balance for someone his height.
The only negative that can be said is that he has had a few injuries (shoulder separation, broken collar bone) and that will be scrutinized by the NFL teams.
As far a talent goes, he is excellent runner and blocker, but he hasn’t developed the skills at receiving and that will be a limitation.
I wish Adrian Peterson all the luck and success in the NFL, but as a OU fan I would have liked to see him finish up his college career and graduate before going to the NFL.
You were right about the Bears, but as to who they will play… We’ll see later tonight.
Go Bears!
Comment by Dana — January 21, 2007 @ 11:41 pm
Payton Manning finally got the monkey off his back and it looks like it will be Da Bears and the Colts in SB41
Comment by Administrator — January 22, 2007 @ 1:18 am