The Facts: Following up on a previous item. ... The Vikings have cleared Peterson to participate in their rookie mini-camp starting Friday. Peterson, the No. 7 overall pick, is recovering from a fractured right collarbone that he said is about 90 percent healed. Surgery remains an option, but for now the Vikings do not appear convinced it is necessary.

Diehards Line:Peterson might undergo further tests later this week, but it appears the Vikings want to monitor the healing process for a longer time period before making a final determination. Asked if there is any scenario where he might undergo surgery, Peterson said: "Everything is going good right now. ... By the time the season starts, everything will be perfectly fine." Maybe so, but he really didn't answer the question. ... Stay tuned. More as developments warrant.