STATESBORO - AP is coming home.
The greatest running back to ever set foot in Paulson Stadium will return to his old nest for the Eagles' home opener as Adrian Peterson Georgia Southern University and The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame will jointly honor him with an NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salute, presented by Fidelity Investments. The Salute will take place on Saturday, Sept. 9, during the Eagles' game against New Hampshire. Coverage of the game will start at 6 p.m. on ESPN3.
"What an amazing honor to be recognized for such a prestigious award," Peterson said.