The Facts:
Following up on
a previous item. ... The Vikings are required to report to training camp July 25, and their first practice is July 27, leaving plenty of time to complete a deal with Peterson and no reason -- yet -- to believe there will be any snags. HC Brad Childress said on Tuesday he expected Peterson to show up with the rest of his teammates.
Reported by the Associated Press
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Childress said he's talked to Peterson about the contract process and warned him of the disadvantage of missing time in training camp. "Then his agent's working him on the back end, saying, 'Hey, here's what they're going to say to you,"' Childress said, smiling. "It's the game inside the game. ..." It should be noted that the previously reported final exam won't be conducted until after Peterson signs his contract. That exam will determine the first-round pick's availability for camp.
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