The NFL has reinstated Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, clearing the way for him to return after missing most of last season while facing child abuse charges in Texas.
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A federal judge has cleared the way for Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson to be reinstated. U.S. District Judge David Doty issued his order Thursday, less than three weeks after hearing oral arguments.
The NFL has suspended Adrian Peterson without pay for at least the rest of the season.
Minnesota Vikings star Adrian Peterson will avoid jail time after reaching a plea agreement in his child abuse case.
Minnesota Vikings owner Zygi Wilf says the team "made a mistake" by bringing back Adrian Peterson following his indictment on a felony child-abuse charge in Texas.
Adrian Peterson did not accompany the Minnesota Vikings to the stadium on Sunday for the game against the New England Patriots.