Arizona uses late push to beat Seattle Nov 16, 2009
On the first play following the break, Hasselbeck tried a shovel pass up the middle, but it was picked off by Arizona's Adrian Wilson. Warner took a knee on three plays to run out the clock and lock up the win. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Vikings hoping familiarity helps second time Nov 16, 2009
I think Adrian booted and kicked it on the ground when we were out around the 50-yard line and had a drive going and then bad things end up happening, Childress said. And I saw them go up 17-0 on Seattle and thats by virtue of those two quick turnovers. (CanesTime.com)
Still-blooming connection for Favre-Rice powers Vikes past Lions Nov 16, 2009
But Minnesota's offense repeatedly attacked Detroit on the ground, as well, with running back Adrian Peterson gaining 133 yards and two touchdowns on 18 carries ... "We came in with our first goal, which was to stop Adrian Peterson, but with Favre landing bombs like he did, it was kind of hard.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Pats' gamble fails, Colts win Nov 16, 2009
Adrian Peterson lost a fumble but turned 18 carries into 133 yards and two touchdowns for Minnesota (8-1). Titans 41, Bills 17: Chris Johnson ran for 132 yards and two touchdowns, and he caught nine passes for 100 more yards in host Tennessee's victory. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Praise for MJD; more Fantasy Revelations Nov 16, 2009
If Reggie Bush seems like an odd choice for Revelations coverboy -- over, say, Adrian Peterson -- allow us to explain our thinking here: Not only did Bush finish with 98 total yards and two touchdowns (on just eight touches), but he is singlehandedly responsible for saving yours truly's skull in a high-stakes PPR league ... In an uncertain, topsy-turvy world, it's nice to know we can still depend on the fantasy contributions of Adrian Peterson (143 total yards, 2 TDs) and Brett Favre (344 yards... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Saints hardly perfect in win Nov 16, 2009
Vikings 27, Lions 10 Brett Favre passed for a season-best 344 yards - 201 to Sidney Rice - and Adrian Peterson rushed for 133 yards and two TDs as Minnesota overcame several self-inflicted setbacks to beat Detroit at the Metrodome. Peterson lost a fumble and threw a bad pitch to Percy Harvin for another turnover, both inside the Detroit 20 in the first half. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Best and worst of NFC North collide in Vikings-Lions matchup Nov 15, 2009
With Favre (1925 passing yards, 16 TD, 3 INT) and the passing game taking off of late and Adrian Peterson (784 rushing yards, 9 TD, 19 receptions) still representing one of the league's scariest weapons in the running game, the Minnesota attack is a case of "pick your poison" at the moment. The poison the Packers picked in Week 8 was Favre throwing the football, and the future Hall of Famer's four touchdowns went to four different players - wideouts Bernard Berrian (27 receptions, 3 TD), Percy... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Fumbling not as big an issue as you might think for Williams Nov 15, 2009
By contrast, Minnesota superstar Adrian Peterson is nearly three times as likely to drop the ball as Williams, averaging a fumble every 50. 9 times he touches it. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
In search of a happier ending, Cowboys have rewritten their script Nov 15, 2009
In 2007, they tapped Adrian Peterson. Last year, they traded for Jared Allen, a premier pass-rusher who s still 27. (Boston Globe)
On the air tv and radio Nov 15, 2009
Adrian Thomas scored 16 points and host Miami defeated N.C. Central 83-53 in the Hurricanes' season-opener Saturday. In a battle of Southern Conference heavyweights, Appalachian State showed Elon it wasn't about to give up its perennial perch on top. (News & Observer -- Sports)
For the Record Nov 14, 2009
Seattle (6) Miguel Batista, rhp; Erik Bedard, lhp; Adrian Beltre, 3b; Russell Branyan, 1b; Endy Chavez, of; Mike Sweeney, dh. Tampa Bay (5) Chad Bradford, rhp; Jason Isringhausen, rhp; Troy Percival, rhp; Russ Springer, rhp; Gregg Zaun, c.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Steelers' defensive plan pays dividends Nov 13, 2009
Recently, the Steelers have stopped some of the best, including the NFL's three rushing leaders, Tennessee's Chris Johnson (57 yards in the opener), Cincinnati's Cedric Benson (76 yards in the third game), and Minnesota's Adrian Peterson (69 yards). Sunday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Breakout QB? Nov 13, 2009
Adrian Peterson vs. Detroit 4 ... QBs: Ben Roethlisberger, Drew Brees, Joe Flacco, Matt Schaub, Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Matt Cassel, Philip Rivers, Tony Romo, Kurt Warner RBs: Rashard Mendenhall, Michael Turner, Thomas Jones, Chris Johnson, Steven Jackson, Maurice Jones-Drew, Adrian Peterson, Ray Rice, Matt Forte, DeAngelo Williams, Jamaal Charles, Frank Gore WRs: Marques Colston, Derrick Mason, Andre Johnson, Reggie Wayne, Randy Moss, Wes Welker, Larry Fitzgerald, Steve Breaston, Miles... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jeter, Teixeira Win Gold Gloves Nov 12, 2009
Longoria, last year's AL Rookie of the Year, unseated Seattle's Adrian Beltre at third base. Beltre, hampered by injuries this season, won the previous two years after a six-year run by Oakland's Eric Chavez. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Ichiro is first to win nine Golden Gloves in first nine MLB seasons Nov 12, 2009
Adrian Beltre had won two consecutive years at third base, but injuries gutted his season and Tampa Bay's Evan Longoria took the award Tuesday. Center fielder Franklin Gutierrez led the majors in putouts, but didn't win what would have been his first Gold Glove. (Longview Daily News, WA)
NFC West: Warner, Cardinals taking it to extremes Nov 11, 2009
Jackson has eclipsed the century mark in four of the first eight games of this season and has amassed a total of 784 rushing yards, tied with Minnesota All- Pro Adrian Peterson for fourth place in that category. The Rams will be coming into Sunday's tilt at close to full strength, with only right guard Richie Incognito (sprained foot) expected to be unavailable for the game. (ABC 7 News, DC)
BenReiterInside Baseball The Class of '09's top 50 free agents, and the best fit for each. Nov 11, 2009
John Lackey, Matt Holliday top free agents in baseball - Ben Reiter - SI.com. Posted: Tuesday November 10, 2009 11:06AM; Updated: Tuesday November 10, 2009 1:46PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Playing Some 'D' In Big D Glenn James/NBAE/Getty Images Jason Terry (left) and the Mavs held the Rockets to 35 percent shooting in the second half of Tuesday's win.The Mavs can still get up and down with the best of them. This team, says Britt Robson, has added some tough defense under Rick Carlisle that can carry them deeper into the playoffs. Nov 11, 2009
"He's an active wing player who can defend multiple positions, something we haven't really had since Marquis Daniels and Adrian Griffin the year we played for the championship [in 2006].". The Mavs have also been posting up Marion when he's matched against other small forwards. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
2009 MLB FREE-AGENT LIST">2009 MLB FREE-AGENT LIST Nov 10, 2009
Miguel Batista, rhp; Erik Bedard, lhp; Adrian Beltre, 3b; Russell Branyan, 1b; Endy Chavez, of; Mike Sweeney, dh. TAMPA BAY (4). (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Raiders upset Rochester in OT to win title Nov 10, 2009
Tied at 14 and time running out, Adrian "Ace" Collie wrestled Jeremiah Harris to the ground by his shirt tail saving what would be the game-winning touchdown. "I knew (the play) was big, that's why I was hanging on with every little fingernail I had left," said Collie, who had been sidelined throughout the week with the flu. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
HOT STOVE: Players potentially eligible for free agency Nov 10, 2009
P Miguel Batista; P Erik Bedard; 3B Adrian Beltre; 1B Russell Branyan; OF Endy Chavez; OF Ken Griffey Jr.; DH Mike Sweeney; SS c-Jack Wilson. Tampa Bay Rays. (USA Today -- Sports)
Dungy: Favre legit MVP choice Nov 7, 2009
Dungy pointed out that Favre is in a great situation -- in part because defenses key on Adrian Peterson, and also because he knows the system. "The difference between Minnesota and the Jets for Brett Favre is the familiarity of the offense," Favre said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NFC rankings: Do Vikings deserve to be No. 1? Nov 7, 2009
He doesn t have to win it all with Adrian Peterson and Percy Harvin (aren t you glad he s not terrorizing the dawgs now. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
It happened This Week: Nov. 4-11 Nov 7, 2009
"Royalty at the Richardson School Carnival included Brenda Niggemeyer, Idol Mitchell, Kim Tutle, Chuy Garcia and Denise Freel."Midnight Cowboy," starring Dustin Hoffman and John Voight, opened at the State Theater.Chester S. Gross received a 50-year pin from the Stella Lodge No. 449 AF and AM.Mark E. Scott, 49, former Lee County Auditor, died.Larry Linnenbrink of West Point and Carol Jury of Farmington, both 8-year members of Lee County 4-H clubs, were named Lee County 4-H Outstanding Boy and... (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Friday's Scores Nov 7, 2009
Adrian 14, Murray County Central 0. A Section 4. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Schedules may reveal fates for Ravens, Saints Nov 7, 2009
Adrian Peterson's got competition. I thought it would come from Matt Forte (18th in rushing) or Steve Slaton (28th). (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Duke's Smith suspended for two games Nov 5, 2009
Maryland trailed 18-15 before Adrian Bowie contributed three baskets to a 12-0 run that put the Terrapins ahead for good. Minutes later, Terps freshman James Padgett made a layup and a follow-jam to ignite an 11-point surge that made it 42-26 late in the half. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Groin injury latest of Favres maladies Nov 5, 2009
Brett Favre and Adrian Peterson (AP). By VikingUpdate. (CollegeInsiders.com)
D.C. wants developer for Justice Park Nov 4, 2009
D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty is seeking development partners for the former Justice Park, a 12,325-square-foot parcel at the intersection of Euclid and 14th streets NW in Columbia Heights. The city opted to close the park because it attracted drug crime and violence in the past. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Women's hoops Nov 4, 2009
The board for the 2008-09 season: Agnus Berenato, Pittsburgh; Patricia Cage-Bibbs, North Carolina A&T; , Minnesota; Sandy Botham, Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Brian Boyer, Arkansas State; Lynn Bria, Stetson; Kenny Brooks, ; Royce Chadwick, Marshall; Stephanie DeWolfe, St. Peter's; Dana Eikenberg, Southern Illinois; Elaine Eliott, Utah; Sharon Fanning, Mississippi State; Julie Goodenough, ; Sue Guevara, Central Michigan; Maryalyce Jeremiah, ; Aaron Johnston, South Dakota State; Nate Kilbert, Mississippi... (USA Today -- Sports)
U.N.: Can halt violence against women Nov 4, 2009
Latest news, Latest News Headlines, news articles, news video, news photos - UPI.com (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Williams runs to Panthers record Nov 3, 2009
In that '07 game, Arizona strong safety Adrian Wilson caught Williams from behind before he could score, something Williams was teased about in the locker room. On Sunday, Cardinals free safety Antrel Rolle tracked down Williams at the 10. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Favre wins in return Nov 3, 2009
Vikings quarterback Brett Favre, who threw four touchdown passes, and running back Adrian Peterson, right, had much to celebrate as the Vikings improved to 7-1. BRIAN PETERSON | Minneapolis Star-Tribune via AP. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Paper Tigers Need To Play More, Talk Less Nov 3, 2009
RB Adrian Peterson (Scott Boehm/Getty). By packwriter2002@yahoo. (PackerReport.com)
Vikings, Favre Sweep Packers Nov 3, 2009
Favres screen to Adrian Peterson went for 44 uncontested yards to the Packers 15. On third-and-11 when holding Minnesota to a field goal would have kept it an eight-point game Favre fired to Bernard Berrian. (PackerReport.com)
NFL Wolverines: Week Eight updates Nov 3, 2009
Wolverines on the practice squad: Jamar Adams, S, Seattle, Adrian Arrington, WR, New Orleans, Tim Jamison, DE, Houston (sent back down after being called up - played in two games, no tackles, and called up again before Week Eight, but didn't play in a win over Buffalo), Adam Stenavich, G, Houston. Talk about it in. (Michigan Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vikings victory about much more than Favre Nov 3, 2009
And we havent even mentioned Adrian Petersons 141 yards from scrimmage. Yes, Favre is playing the type of controlled football even his biggest cheerleaders didnt think possible. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Titans triumphant in Youngs return to QB Nov 2, 2009
Johnson helped Young by scoring on runs of 52 and 89 yards and totaling the most yards rushing in the NFL since Adrian Peterson had 296 against San Diego in November 2007. The Titans also eased Young in with lots of short throws and runs to work off any rust. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Favre leads Vikings past Packers in Lambeau return Nov 2, 2009
Adrian Peterson added several big hits, too, bowling over Packers defenders and contributing 97 yards rushing and a touchdown. But the focus and circus was centered squarely on No. 4. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
CLICKS: Favre, LT, Rice headline Week 8 Revelations Nov 2, 2009
From Adrian Peterson (141 total yards, 1 TD) and Visanthe Shiancoe (one touchdown) to Percy Harvin (86 total yards, 1 TD) and Bernard Berrian (3 catches, 47 yards, 1 TD) ... This is precisely why second-year players should never be treated as gold on fantasy draft day -- unless we're talking about Adrian Peterson OR the new king of Crabcake Country (scroll down). (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Beyond The Circus Bob Rosato/ SIFor the second time in less than a month, Brett Favre stuck it to the franchise that cast him aside after 16 seasons.Back at Lambeau Field, Brett Favre ignored the jeers, threw four TDs and relegated the Packers to the wild-card chase. But this wasn't the mountaintop for the Vikings, writes Don Banks. Nov 2, 2009
Who else has an Adrian Peterson, a Percy Harvin, a Jared Allen. Who else has the 40-year-old Favre playing as if he's never thrown an interception or taken a sack in his 19-year NFL career. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Farrior still plays young (Yesterday) Nov 2, 2009
Or maybe his tackle of All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson for a 2-yard loss. Or perhaps the tackle he made on tight end Visanthe Shiancoe on a screen pass after fighting through a block by guard Anthony Herrera. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
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Monday, November 2, 2009 12:12 AM CST Favre brilliant in return to Lambeau Minnesota Vikings' Adrian Peterson (28) points to quarterback Brett Favre after Favre threw a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, in Green Bay, Wis. The Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers 38-26. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Chargers continue dominance of Raiders Nov 2, 2009
Adrian Peterson rushed for 97 yards and a score on 25 carries for Minnesota (7-1), which was coming off its first loss of the season last week, a 27-17 defeat at Pittsburgh. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Saturday's Scores Nov 1, 2009
Adrian 14, Wabasso 6. Murray County Central 28, Westbrook-Walnut Grove 16. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Fox's Phunday Nov 1, 2009
Don;t think it;s much of a Lambeau leap to think Favre-Pack is going to make like Adrian Peterson and streak by the cable-record 21. 8 million who tuned in ESPN to witness the Oct. 5 game between the two at The Baggie, er Metrodome, er Mall of America Dome, or the Oct. 25 Dallas-Atlanta contest. (Multichannel News)
Super-charged setting awaits Favre, Vikings in Green Bay Nov 1, 2009
Adrian Peterson (687 rushing yards, 8 TD, 18 receptions) comes into Week 8 ranked second in NFL rushing yards, after compiling 69 hard-earned yards on 18 carries against the Steelers last week. The Packers limited Peterson to a season-worst 55 yards on 25 totes back in Week 4. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Bears need to get well against sickly Browns Nov 1, 2009
Baltimore's usually mighty defense has begun to show some chinks in the armor in recent weeks, with Favre putting up 278 yards and three touchdowns to fuel the Vikings' comeback two weeks ago and Cincinnati's Cedric Benson (120 yards) and Minnesota's Adrian Peterson (143 yards) both having big days against a Ravens squad that had not yielded an individual 100-yard rusher in 39 straight games prior to Benson's breakthrough. Baltimore still ranks seventh in the NFL in run defense (91. (ABC 7 News, DC)
7 Points: High On Their Radar Nov 1, 2009
0%) was lifted to a win by Adrian Peterson's spectacular rushing performance and a stingy Vikings defense. But the Texans' (21. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Game Scout: Vikings at Packers Nov 1, 2009
While Capers was lauded for bottling up running back Adrian Peterson, who ran for only 55 yards and an average of 2. 2 yards per carry, he lost sight of what Favre could do throwing the football. (PackerReport.com)
* Favre to lead Vikings against Packers Nov 1, 2009
Running back Adrian Peterson, who along with Favre will be the main threat to the Packers, says he is relishing it. It is going to be bananas, going back where he played 16 years. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Packers hope Bad Brett resurfaces Sunday Oct 31, 2009
Surrounded by star running back Adrian Peterson, a strong offensive line and good receivers, Favre is staying within the structure of the Vikings offense and not taking his characteristic chances with the football ... Green Bay held Adrian Peterson to 55 yards on 25 carries, but wasnt able to sack Favre and barely laid a hand on him. (MSNBC -- Sports)
To beat Favre, Packers need to turn up heat Oct 31, 2009
We did a pretty good job of containing and shutting down Adrian Peterson, but we didn t pressure the quarterback as much as we needed to, Aaron Kampman said ... So we ve got to do like we did the first (game): Stop Adrian Peterson, but we ve got to do a better job of getting pressure on Brett. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
NFC rankings: Falcons drop, Vikings hold, Saints (duh) Oct 31, 2009
But for all the talk about Favre s return to Lambeau Field, the key matchup is the Packers defense (12th against the run) vs. Adrian Peterson (second in the league with 687 yards) ... 9 1 31 2 Adrian Peterson, RB MIN 138 687 5. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Once devoted to Brett Favre, Pack fans now like 'jilted lover' Oct 31, 2009
"I'm playing Play Station III right now against a friend in North Carolina and I'm using the Vikings and I'm 3-0 today. ... So I know what it's like to be Brett Favre and have . ... Brett's playing spectacular. He's causing defenses a dilemma. Who are you going to stop Adrian Peterson or Brett Favre? "This guy is the ultimate competitor, he wants to win another championship. "That's how he was able to go to Minnesota and be well accepted, you don't hear any squawking , Packers quarterbacks coach... (USA Today -- Sports)
Clinic brings in knowledge of former Major Leaguers Oct 31, 2009
The proceeds from the weekend of activities, which included an auction of drawings of former baseball players and baseballs autographed by such players as Adrian Gonzalez of the San Diego Padres and Mark "Perfect Game" Buehrle of the Chicago White Sox. One of the stations all the players visited was the KinderVision presentation in the first-base dugout. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Ravens want to get back to stopping the run Oct 31, 2009
Both the Vikings Adrian Peterson (143 yards on 22 carries) and the Bengals Cedric Benson (120 yards on 27 carries) broke long runs with Peterson dashing off a 58-yard gain and Benson breaking through an Antwan Barnes arm tackle for a 28-yard touchdown run. As the Ravens (3-3) prepare for the undefeated Broncos and their seventh-ranked running game spearheaded by rookie running back Knowshon Moreno and veteran Correll Buckhalter, theyre confident that theyve identified the problems... (BynersInsider.com)
Back to the Bay for Favre Oct 30, 2009
The Vikings formula is likely to change from Sunday when Favre attempted 50 passes against the Steelers; the Vikings ran the ball a season-low 23 times, with Pro Bowl running back Adrian Peterson getting 18 carries. That marked the first time Favre attempted 50 passes in a game since Dec. 21 2006, when he did it in a 9-7 victory over the Vikings. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Favre's return like an ugly divorce for Green Bay Oct 30, 2009
"The arm is still there. If the Vikings get in the playoffs inside (the Metrodome, their domed stadium), I'd take my chances with (league rushing leader) Adrian Peterson, that defense and Brett Favre to win it all.". It's too early to look ahead to the playoffs, but Favre's impact on Green Bay's economy is clear. (USA Today -- Sports)
Pressure on Capers to create pressure Oct 30, 2009
The Packers held Adrian Peterson in check, but they did that at the expense of allowing Favre time in the pocket. Players and coaches know the second part of the equation has to change. (VikingUpdate.com)
Big Ten's Big Three have beguiling stretch runs Oct 30, 2009
Players of the week: Penn State QB Daryll Clark, Iowa DE Adrian Clayborn, Ohio State DE Thaddeus Gibson and Northwestern PK/P Stefan Demos. Gibson is the only Buckeyes player in a football coaching class taught by Jim Tressel. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
CLICKS: Trading stud underperformers; QB/WR/RB locks Oct 30, 2009
Adrian Peterson, Vikings -- 15 16. Ladell Betts, Redskins -- 14 17. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
North Carolina (4-3, 0-3 ACC) at No. 13 Virginia Tech (5-2, 3-1) Oct 29, 2009
Brett Favre, Adrian Peterson and the Minnesota Vikings were anything but perfect. Drew Brees emerged from the locker room with a fresh cut under his chin and another between his eyebrows. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Chat transcript, Jerry Micco, 10/28/09 (Yesterday) Oct 29, 2009
praveen: Hopefully this game was an aberration for William Gay and I am not just referring to the time when Adrian Peterson made him his bathmat. Jerry Micco: Actually, I thought Gay made some plays in that game, but he's going to be picked on because of Ike Taylor being on the other side. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Senior coming up big Oct 28, 2009
Favorite athlete: Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson. "I like his work ethic," Hernandez said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
