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NFLPA Prepared To File Grievance On Adrian Peterson’s Behalf

By @MichaelTerrill

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The National Football League Players Association is not happy with how the league has handled the possible reinstatement of running back Adrian Peterson. So much so that they have publicly called out the NFL by stating that they are prepared to file a non-injury grievance on Peterson’s behalf if the league has not made a ruling by Tuesday.

Peterson pleaded no contest to one count of misdemeanor reckless assault, which allowed him to avoid jail time. The reason he finds himself in his current predicament came after an arrest warrant was issued for him for reckless or negligent injury to a child. He was indicted by a grand jury after he used a switch to beat his son.

The reason the NFLPA is not pleased with the league’s treatment of Peterson is because there was an agreement between the two parties earlier in the season that a quick resolve would occur once the legal matter was settled. With Peterson no longer in trouble with the law, the NFLPA is waiting on pins and needles for a response from the NFL, something that astonishingly has not happened yet. Of course, the one ruling the league made was they were not prepared to reinstate Peterson immediately. Instead, they will take all the time necessary to come up with the correct decision and punishment.

The NFLPA wants Peterson reinstated by Tuesday so that he can be eligible to practice with the Minnesota Vikings in preparation for the team’s Week 11 contest. The humorous part about the desire for reinstatement is that even if the league grants the wish, there is no guarantee the Vikings take Peterson back.

Inside sources with the team have made the claim that there are legitimate concerns over the mental and physical state of Peterson due to his time away from football while dealing with felony charges. Their belief that he is not in football shape is just the tip of the iceberg. The public relation is the bigger factor, especially since the organization already lost a major sponsor after their botched handling of the Peterson fiasco.

The NFLPA can file grievances all they want, but the NFL will not make a decision before they are ready to do so. Plus, with Peterson set to make $12.75 million in 2015, do not expect the Vikings to take him back anytime soon.

Michael Terrill is a Senior Writer for Rant Sports. Follow him on Twitter @MichaelTerrill, “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

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