Adrian Peterson and the Washington Redskins lost 19-9 to the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday night, but Vikings fans tried their best to cheer up the 34-year-old running back.
Following the game, hetold reportershe had to "hold back tears" during a "special" and "bittersweet" moment after he moved into sixth place on the NFL's all-time career rushing yardsleaderboard.
Peterson, who excelled with the Vikings from 2007 to 2016, received a standing ovation from those in attendance at U.S. Bank Stadium once his accomplishment was announced:
The CheckdownAP got a standing ovation from his former team’s fans after becoming 6th all time in rushing yards.