Jimmy Neutron Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Posting this here because it's more about life than football. Peter, My godson and I attended the Redskins/Vikings game on Christmas Eve. My godson and I worked very hard on preparing a banner in which he stated that all he wanted for Christmas was Mr. Peterson's autograph on his jersey. This was listed above a TWG mouthguard, PS 3, and a Redskins playoff season. It got the attention of the cameras, but more importantly his favorite player, Adrian Peterson. Mr. Peterson gestured that he would come over and sign the jersey, but to our dismay, he got injured. With only 3 minutes left in the game, Mr. Peterson sent his agent out to retrieve the jersey so he could sign it and requested a picture of my godson and myself holding the jersey in front of the banner. This was a class act! Mr. Peterson, despite being in pain and not knowing his future, kept true to his fans and word. I wanted to share this story with your readers and let it be known what caliber of man Adrian Peterson is off the field. Indeed, all role model for us all! Needless to say, he is my favorite player and my godson will remember it forever. Dr. Michael Wright Washington, D.C. As we all know, AP was not just injured - he'd blown out his knee and still managed to pull this off. Bravo, Mr. Petersen. Bravo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 There are some class acts in the NFL and AP is obviously one of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millerx Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Glad to hear a story like this. With all of the sludge covered in the media, it's nice to know there is still some class in the NFL! Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 What an awesome story... I hope this makes the national news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ditkaless Wonders Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Very Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliaz Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 that is awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 I only own 1 NFL jersey. Hearing things like this makes me happy about whose jersey it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 The kid must have given AP a Coke right after he blew out his knee. One classy move by AP, props to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 We need to hear more about stuff like this and less about the thugs and other assorted POSs in the NFL. Thx for posting this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 AP is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wirehairman Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 He was my favorite player before reading this. Now, it's not even close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpwallace49 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 That is a great story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TripleW64 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Wow! That is amazing that he could even think about something like that during that time. Class act no doubt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 In a league where guys do and say really stupid things, like comparing being an NFL player to being a slave, it's nice to see good guys like AP as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubfoothead Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Great story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 In a league where guys do and say really stupid things, like comparing being an NFL player to being a slave, it's nice to see good guys like AP as well. I had a feeling that might show up. Good for the kiddo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brentastic Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 I've loved AP since the moment I drafted him in his rookie season and he helped me win the championship. This story makes me love him even more. He's one of my very favorite NFL players right now and I'm a Bear fan. Here's hoping he fully recovers and puts up some stellar seasons over the next couple of years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ice1 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Great Story! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MustOfBeenDrunk Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 What an awesome story... I hope this makes the national news! He's not headed to jail so I don't expect it to become big news outside of the football circle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redfish Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 In a league where guys do and say really stupid things, like comparing being an NFL player to being a slave, it's nice to see good guys like AP as well. I'm not sure if the irony was intended (sarcasm meter is broken), but you do know AP was the one who said that, right? I loved the guy at OU and remain a fan, but he has said some stupid stuff the last couple of years. This story helps renew the connection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 I'm not sure if the irony was intended (sarcasm meter is broken), but you do know AP was the one who said that, right? Now, I typically assume that Detlef is trying to be anything but funny, but there is no way that was accidental. This is the high water mark for detlef humor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonorator Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 definitely a cool story and it's amazing how these kind of gestures can stay with a person FOR LIFE! all in all it only took AP a few minutes, but he's created magic for another person. makes you wonder why athletes wouldn't do this as much as possible ... could there be anything better than creating magic for others with just some simple actions?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt770 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 If only all the players had the awareness that they could create lifetime memories for someone each and every day. Most of them are completely self-absorbed, more concerned with their next celebration for a first down or a sack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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