Another Troubling Arrest for Former Commanders RB Adrian Peterson
Add another chapter to the sad drama that’s become the post-football life of former Washington Commanders running back and 2012 NFL Most Valuable Player Adrian Peterson.
According to TMZ, Peterson was arrested on DWI and weapons charges in Texas on Sunday, October 26.
It’s the second DWI arrest in 2025 for Peterson, who was arrested in April in Minnesota on a DWI charge following his appearance at an NFL draft party.
Peterson was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2007 NFL draft. He played for the Vikings from 2007 to 2016 and played for the Commanders in 2018 and 2019.
From TMZ: “According to online records, Peterson was arrested in Sugar Land, Texas around 10 AM local time Sunday. He was booked on one charge of DWI and one charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon. This is Peterson’s second DWI arrest this year after he was popped in Minnesota back in April shortly after the Vikings draft day party when a police officer claimed they saw him going 83 in a 55 MPH zone at just after 3 AM.”
Peterson is from Palestine, Texas, which is about 3 hours north of Sugar Land.
Former NFL MVP’s History of Off-Field Issues
Peterson, a 7-time NFL All-Pro and 7-time Pro Bowler, led the NFL in rushing 3 times and was selected to the NFL’s All-Decade Team for the 2010s.
He also holds the NFL single-game rushing record with 296 yards in a 2007 game against the San Diego Chargers.
Peterson played 15 seasons in the NFL from 2007 to 2021 and finished his career with approximately $103.2 million in career earnings.
In September 2024, According to ESPN, a judge in Houston ordered Peterson, a Texas native, to forfeit assets at his Missouri City, Texas, home over an estimated $12 million debt. The judge assigned a court-appointed receiver and constables to go to the home to ensure a peaceful transfer of assets.
In 2014, Peterson was indicted in Montgomery County, Texas, on charges of reckless or negligent injury to a child. He was accused of beating his 4-year-old son with a tree branch and causing “slash-like injuries” to the boy’s body.
Peterson was eventually suspended for all but 1 game of the 2014 season after he pled no contest to a misdemeanor charger of reckless assault to avoid jail time.
In 2018, Peterson was ordered to pay a Minnesota bank back after defaulting on a $600,000 loan. In 2019, he was ordered to pay a creditor in Minnesota $2.4 million.
Bizarre Fight Over Poker Game in Texas
TMZ posted a video of Peterson on June 19 that showed him engaged in an alcohol-fueled fistfight at a Houston poker hall.
In the fight, Peterson and another man trade blows, with Peterson getting the worst of it at the beginning before he falls and appears to hit his head on a chair. Peterson recovers from the fall, gets up and lands several punches before the fight is broken up.
Shortly after the fight, Peterson announced he would fight the man from the poker brawl, Joe “Baby Joe” Castaneda, in a celebrity boxing match.
No official date for the sort-of rematch has been announced.
Dak Prescott Declares: “It’s Time to Fight With Everything We’ve Got!”
In a fiery declaration that’s sure to resonate with fans and teammates alike, Dak Prescott has sent a strong message to the Dallas Cowboys following a string of underwhelming performances. In the wake of a tough loss, the quarterback made it clear that it’s time for the team to shift gears and embrace a new level of intensity.
“We Can’t Keep Going Like This”
“We can’t keep going like this,” Prescott exclaimed in his locker room address. “It’s time to fight with everything we’ve got, not just to win, but to prove that we are the ones who will never back down.” Prescott’s words were a direct challenge to the team’s mentality, demanding that each player step up and push past their frustrations, no matter the obstacles.
Despite the ups and downs of the 2025 season, Prescott remains fiercely confident in the Cowboys’ potential. However, his call to action underscores the urgency that has been missing in some key moments of the season. Prescott’s statement is a reminder that success in the NFL requires more than just talent—it demands relentless determination and the refusal to quit.
A Leader’s Challenge to the Team
As a leader on the field, Prescott knows the weight of responsibility that comes with wearing the star on his helmet. This message isn’t just for the players in the locker room; it’s for the entire Cowboys organization and their fans. His fiery rhetoric reflects the passion he brings to the game and the standards he holds for himself and his teammates.
“We’ve got everything we need to succeed,” Prescott continued. “But it’s on us to show it every single week. No more excuses. We’re built to fight, and that’s exactly what we’re going to do.”
The Road Ahead: No More Excuses
The road ahead isn’t easy for the Cowboys. With stiff competition in the NFC, including the formidable Philadelphia Eagles and the improving Washington Commanders, the Cowboys cannot afford to slip up any further. Prescott’s impassioned words serve as a rallying cry for the team, encouraging them to dig deep and find the strength to overcome adversity.
“It’s time to prove who we are,” Prescott asserted. “The only thing that matters is what we do next. Let’s make it count.”
Fans have responded to Prescott’s message with overwhelming support, rallying behind the quarterback’s determination to turn things around. As the Cowboys gear up for their next challenge, it’s clear that the stakes are higher than ever.
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Prescott’s impassioned plea for change echoes the larger goal of the Cowboys’ season: to rise above the challenges and emerge stronger as a team. Only time will tell if the players heed Prescott’s call to arms and deliver the performance their fans have been waiting for.
Final Thoughts:
In a league where every second counts and every play matters, Dak Prescott’s challenge is the wake-up call the Cowboys need. The team now faces an uphill battle to prove their worth, but with Prescott leading the charge, the road to redemption might just be within reach. Will they fight like never before? We’ll soon find out.
