How the Chicago Bears Can Slow Down Minnesota’s Adrian Peterson in Week 8

October 30, 2015   ·   Matt Eurich   ·   Jump to comments

Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson has looked like his old self this season, and that is not good news for the Chicago Bears heading into Week 8.
Peterson is currently fourth in the NFL in rushing yards with 530, and he has been a thorn in Chicago's side since entering the league in 2007, per Chicago Bears radio network sideline host Zach Zaidman:
In Peterson's rookie season, he rushed for 224 yards on 20 carries with three touchdowns in a Vikings 34-31 victory at Soldier Field. He also rushed for 211 yards on 35 carries in a 2013 victory at home against Chicago.
Chicago's roster looks much different now than it did back in 2007 and 2013, but stopping Peterson on Sunday will still be the Bears' top priority.
Strong safety Antrel Rolle entered the league in 2005, and he knows just how difficult it is to slow down Peterson in the running game, per ChicagoBears.com's Larry Mayer:
He's an all-around beast. He can catch the ball out of the backfield...

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