ADRIAN PETERSON SIGNS WITH DETROIT LIONS

After being released by the Washington Football Team, Adrian Peterson has signed with the Detroit Lions. Peterson signed a one-year $1.05 million contract that includes bonuses and incentives.

Notable Quotes: “They’re giving me an opportunity to play. I know Coach Bevell from my days in Minnesota. Ultimately I feel comfortable going there and helping them to get better.” – Adrian Peterson

“We always want a stable of backs. I think I’ve said that for a long time. You can count on one hand how many backs kind of carry the load. There’s not a lot of those guys walking around.” – Lions general manager Bob Quinn