Peterson became an unrestricted free agent earlier in March
Sunday 26 March 2017 17:48, UK
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, says "it's not all about the money" and insists he is in no rush to sign with a new team.
Peterson took to Twitter early Saturday morning to dispute reports that he was still unsigned because of his $8m salary request.
"It's not all about the money as EVERYONE is speculating here lately," Peterson tweeted. "You'd THINK these analysts spoke to me directly. When you don't know what's going on people will say anything to create or make a story! How prideful is it for me to put out ... I won't play for anything less than 8 million!"
The 32-year-old Peterson became an unrestricted free agent earlier this month after the Vikings decided not to pick up their option, which would have paid him $18m, including a $6m roster bonus.
"Here is something straight from the horse's mouth ... finding the best fit & helping a team in a major way win a championship is my main objective! I'm in no rush,"
Peterson wrote on Twitter. "Let me eliminate questions or speculation as to why ... I believe whole heartedly my God will land me right where I need to be to accomplish what I've asked from him PERIOD."
In 2012, Peterson came within eight yards of Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record of 2,105 yards set in 1984.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New York Giants, Oakland Raiders, Houston Texans and the Green Bay Packers are all reportedly planning a move for the star player.
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