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Adrian Peterson pushes for accelerated trial date

by Michael Bailey | Tue, Sep 23rd 10:45am EDT

Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson wants his representation to accelerate his trial date for child-abuse charges, with the goal of getting it set for 2014, according to a ProFootballTalk source with knowledge of the situation. The broader goal will be to resolve the charges in time for Peterson to return to action for the Vikings later this year. He would need to resolve the charges in a way that doesn't expose him to a potential suspension without pay under the personal-conduct policy. (ProFootballTalk)

Fantasy Impact:

Plenty of scuttlebutt about Peterson's future, with many opining that he's played his last game as a Viking. There's also word that his legal team wants to force the Vikings' hand by getting Peterson reinstated this season. From a strictly fantasy football perspective, only those banking on Matt Asiata aren't hoping for a quick resolution as to the availability of one of the league's elite backs.

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