Two grand? Peterson sets sights on elite
Minnesota Vikings05/16/2008 8:48 AM The Star Tribune reports the Vikings don't report to training camp for another two months, but it's clear RB Adrian Peterson has put plenty of thought into what he can do for an encore in his second NFL season. That 1,341-yard rushing performance (second in the league) and 12 touchdowns by the running back in 2007? The Offensive Rookie of the Year honors? That is so passé. Peterson's goals for 2008 include a 2,000-yard campaign, an improvement on the 19 catches he had last season and, perhaps, an MVP trophy. "I definitely feel like I can do it," Peterson said Thursday when asked about being voted the league's top player. "Anything is possible. Especially with how my mindset is. I set my bar high. I expect a lot from myself. I'm surrounded by a great group of guys offensively and defensively on both sides, special teams, so it's possible for anything to happen." Read more