Peterson has been explosive in season openers thus far
by Jake Perper | Wed, Sep 3rd 11:03am EDT
Peterson holds the team opening day records with 180 rushing yards and three rushing TD's set against Cleveland in 2009. Peterson also tied the opening day team record with a 78-yard TD run last season against Detroit. (Minnesotavikings.com)
Fantasy Impact:
AP has had great success against the Rams in the past, rushing for 212 yards and two TD's in their last matchup in 2012. However, St. Louis ranked ninth overall in run defense last season, while opponents averaged only 3.8 ypc against them. They also forced a league-high 15 fumbles. Peterson is a must start, but don't be shocked to see him struggle early on before turning things up as the game progresses.
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