Peterson matches career low for carries in loss to Vikings
New Orleans Saints running back Adrian Peterson's debut with his new club didn't go nearly as well as he anticipated.
Peterson ran the ball six times against the Minnesota Vikings, matching his career low for carries, according to NFL Media Research Group.
His 18 rushing yards also tie the third-lowest total of his career.
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The seven-time Pro Bowler needed to make some adjustments off the field as well. Peterson was caught by the broadcast apparently yelling at Saints head coach Sean Payton, finally getting his attention after several attempts.
Peterson received a warm greeting from Vikings fans during the initial stages of the game, and he responded by rushing for 9 yards on the first play from scrimmage. It was downhill from there, however, as Peterson and the Saints sputtered to a 29-19 loss.
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