Peterson optimistic team will give him shot in 2021: 'I still feel young'

Adrian Peterson is eager for an opportunity to play in his 15th NFL campaign, and the running back is confident he'll get one with training camp on the horizon.

"The training is going well, and I'm going to control the things that I can control right now, and, when that time comes, somebody will give me a call," Peterson said Thursday, according to Sports Talk 790's Aaron Wilson.

"That's all I'm asking for. My body feels good. I came out healthy from last season. My body feels strong. I still feel young. I still feel good. I'm ready to play ball."

Peterson remains a free agent after spending last year with the Detroit Lions.

The 36-year-old saw his production dip to 604 yards and seven touchdowns in 2020 after racking up 1,940 yards and 12 scores in the two years prior with the Washington Football Team.

Peterson's Hall of Fame-caliber resume includes an MVP trophy, seven Pro Bowl selections, and an Offensive Player of the Year award. However, the veteran still lacks a Super Bowl ring and is seemingly hoping to land with a club capable of competing for a title.

"Yeah, I've been chasing it for a long time," Peterson said. "It would be nice to finally get one."

The tailback also has his sights on breaking into the top four of the all-time rushing list. Peterson needs just 450 yards to move past Barry Sanders' career mark of 15,269 yards.

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