Vikings set Adrian Peterson Ring of Honor induction for Nov. 9

He remains the latest non-quarterback to win NFL MVP

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read

Vikings officially will induct Adrian Peterson into their Ring of Honor on Nov. 9, when Minnesota hosts the Buffalo Bill Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Minnesota will hold the ceremony during its Week 9 home game against the Buffalo Bills. Kickoff is set for 7:15 p.m. CT on Monday Night Football.

Why it matters: The honor will place Adrian Peterson among the franchise names displayed permanently at U.S. Bank Stadium. He spent 10 seasons in Minnesota and rushed for 2,097 yards in his 2012 MVP campaign.

By the numbers: Peterson set the NFL single-game rushing record with 296 yards as a rookie in 2007. He finished that season with 1,341 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.

What to watch: Peterson's name will be added to the stadium's Ring of Honor display following the induction.

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