Adrian Peterson is a former professional American football player, widely regarded as one of the best running backs in the history of the National Football League (NFL). Born on March 21, 1985, in Palestine, Texas, he played college football at the University of Oklahoma, where he earned numerous accolades. Peterson was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings as the seventh overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft. Over his career, he played for several teams, including the Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints, and Washington Football Team. He is known for his powerful running style and has received multiple awards, including the NFL MVP in 2012.