SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- The Vikings were the first team to report to training camp and the last to play in Week 1, an interminable wait that cut into Monday night bedtimes for millions east of the Rockies.
Adrian Peterson had to hang on even longer for his anticipated return to the Vikings' huddle and the NFL's bosom.
The running back largely remained missing in action at Levi's Stadium along with Minnesota's well-hyped, supposedly diversified offense.
To be sure, there are 15 games and ample time to scrutinize Peterson's renewal and potential impact.