Latest Peterson twitter Rumor

[stiletto]

I'd give a 4th this, and a conditional 3rd next year if Peterson runs for 1600+ yards. LOL

 

[JBS]

I'd give a 4th this, and a conditional 3rd next year if Peterson runs for 1600+ yards. LOL

Yeah, since we are in fantasy land id offer a 1st round pick but we get our pick back if peterson doesn't rush for 2500

 

[stiletto]

Yeah, since we are in fantasy land id offer a 1st round pick but we get our pick back if peterson doesn't rush for 2500

Why not 3000 and 25 TD's?

 

[Nightman]

AD is the best running back ever. He is not worth the contract or the compensation to trade for him though. Not with the way this team is currently built especially.

At this point it looks like there is a market for AD. Dallas will either have to pay more money to appease him or more picks to get him.

I didn't think there was any way a team would trade anything of value for him, but after the McCoy trade and the Lynch deal, things have changed.

 

[JBS]

Why not 3000 and 25 TD's?

Didn't think vikes would go for that

 

[Iron_Man]

Better not give up a 2 & 3 for Adrian. Stupidity!

You do not want the Boys to establish the 3 amigos... really? I dont either, not for that price AP and Vikings are wanting.

 

[robjay04]

At this point it looks like their is a market for AD. Dallas will either have to pay more money to appease him or more picks to get him.

I didn't think there was any way a team would trade anything of value for him, but after the McCoy trade and the Lynch deal, things have changed.

Exactly, the Lynch & McCoy trades have much more to do with AP's value than Murray. These 3 are backs that have put together multiple successful seasons unlike Murray so they are more valuable. It is not a stretch to think AP can easily get the 13M he is due, it is just the other 2 years that are scary.

Personally, I would be all in if I was the Cowboys on AP. The guy is going to be unreal next season; he will be playing with a real chip on his shoulder and I have a feeling it will be 2012-2013 AP all over again. Personally, I think if we can get an above average pass rush and keep the same dominant ball control offense as last season then we will be favorites to win the SB. That is worth a premier draft pick for me. Do I think AP is worth a 1st round pick? Not really but I believe he has a better chance to have 3 dominant seasons than a player we will get in the late 20s. I WOULD give up a second round pick though IF we can restructure that contract. I would be happy with a 3 year/30 million deal that has little dead money if we need to part ways.

Of course I am not the GM but I believe the team is more focused on creating something sustainable than trying to win a SB for Romo/Witten. That is fine for me but it will be real disappointing to see these two guys never hoist a Lombardi.

 

[Bizwah]

If Dallas doesn't do it, Arizona will.

Let them, then. Foolish move.

 

[robjay04]

Let them, then. Foolish move.

I think you are underestimating AP. AZ has all of the pieces to make a legitimate push for the SB if they can add a true workhorse back that commands the respect that AP will. A second round pick won't have the same impact as AP.

 

[Fredd]

the only control that the Vikings have is to pay the guy a lot of money...they can't come back to someone and say "yeah, but if I don't like your deal, I'll just keep him and pay him too much"...they either pay him or cut him...no one wants that contract or his salary demands

 

[Bizwah]

I think you are underestimating AP. AZ has all of the pieces to make a legitimate push for the SB if they can add a true workhorse back that commands the respect that AP will. A second round pick won't have the same impact as AP.

You don't overpay for a 30 year old RB.... Moneywise or with draft picks.

 

[Vanilla2]

I think you are underestimating AP. AZ has all of the pieces to make a legitimate push for the SB if they can add a true workhorse back that commands the respect that AP will. A second round pick won't have the same impact as AP.

All the pieces?

Who's their QB?

 

[robjay04]

All the pieces?

Who's their QB?

I am Palmer's biggest critic but if you give him a strong run game and an already solid defense then I am sure he can be a good enough bus driver. They were arguably the best team in football before he was injured with an inconsistent running game.

IF he can s

You don't overpay for a 30 year old RB.... Money wise or with draft picks.

I won't argue this but with the deals we see Lynch/McCoy getting, it does seem like the market commands an investment for proven special backs. I only think it is worth it if it can win a Super Bowl, it is absolutely a bad idea to build a franchise.

 

[erod]

You don't overpay for a 30 year old RB.... Moneywise or with draft picks.

Except him. He's different than anyone in the history of the game.

 

[superonyx]

Except him. He's different than anyone in the history of the game.

I agree that you don't overpay for a 30 year old running back. The question is what is overpaying? For a 30 year old Adrian Peterson with fresh legs from a season of rest then you pay what he is worth.

It's funny how people around here overvalue draft picks. They refuse the accept that the draft is a huge gamble regardless of round. How many running backs have been drafted in the last 10 years that didn't amount to jack squat? Most of them.

 

[robjay04]

I agree that you don't overpay for a 30 year old running back. The question is what is overpaying? For a 30 year old Adrian Peterson with fresh legs from a season of rest then you pay what he is worth.

It's funny how people around here overvalue draft picks. They refuse the accept that the draft is a huge gamble regardless of round. How many running backs have been drafted in the last 10 years that didn't amount to jack squat? Most of them.

Thank you.

As I stated earlier, AP has much more of a right to command Lynch/McCoy money than Murray and what are the chances we will even draft a player with our first that gives us elite production for 3 seasons? Not likely.

 

[Craig]

There are positions other than running back that you can use draft picks on.

 

[HanD]

I love the well thought out response.
The problem I have is that we have a short window where Romo is going to be around at this level. The past drafts have shown that the overwealming majority of backs come into the league and end up being on a committee of average backs producing average results.
Let's also realize that 1000 yards is only 60 yards per game..
We also don't know that Gurly or even Gordon will be available when we pick, or if Dallas would even draft one of them at that slot. The FO is feeling pretty confident in themselves and they may get cute and wait for the back in the 2 or 3rd round.

Last year we had an identity to our offense. People knew we were going to run and we dared them to stop us. Most failed to stop us. I believe we lost that and won't have that this coming year with a running back committee which includes McFadden and a rookie. There are way to many ifs involved.

Adrian Peterson forces the defenses to account for him even if he isn't having a hall of fame year. He is a difference maker even if it's due to name and reputation alone. I worry about losing that running the ball down your throat mentality. I believe that having the defense stack the box to try and stop this attack opens up the passing game for Romo.

When I look back at past drafts I am not thrilled with the odds of finding a back who can allow us to have the same swagger our offense had with Murray. Especially in the short window we have to get a Super Bowl with Romo.

I totally agree with lots you have too say. I want adrian. I'm just not sure hoe much I'm willing to give up for him cause i think minn is drumming up interest to raise his price. He would be better than Demarco imo. It really depends on how the scouts rate this crop of backs compared to guys like bell and lacy. If they think gurley or Gordon are good enough don't give up much for Adrian. This staff has been good at evaluating and you have to trust them. If they think it is a risky proposition, if be willing to give up more for Adrian.

 

[StarBoyz83]

There are positions other than running back that you can use draft picks on.

Yes like all defense lol. Grab an rb In the 5th or something but we really have enough rbs already though.

 

[WinnipegBoy22]

AP, Hardy, and maybe Vick as a backup QB.

Hide the women, children, and pets.

Funny stuff had me laughing anyway