Adrian Peterson earlier this season (photo courtesy of Minnesota Vikings)
Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was spotted running sprints during Tuesday’s practice as he continues to work his way back from a right knee injury that sidelined him for the last nine games.
Peterson, who was placed on injured reserve on Sept. 23 after undergoing surgery to repair a torn meniscus, took part in a scheduled side workout with head trainer Eric Sugarman. He ran repeated sprints, but did not participate in cutting or lateral drills.
Vikings coach Mike Zimmer told reporters last week that a December return was a possibility for Peterson.
The 31-year-old and seven-time Pro Bowler rushed for 50 yards on 31 carries in the Vikings’ first two games of the season before sustaining the injury. Minnesota (6-5) won its first five games but has gone 1-5 since.
The Vikings rank last in the NFL in rushing offense (782 yards) with an average of 2.8 yards per carry. Jerick McKinnon is Minnesota’s leading rusher with 316 yards and a touchdown on 106 carries.
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