Peterson arrested after alleged domestic violence, Source: Eagles, QB Hurts agree to $255M deal, Source: Harris group submits Commanders bid, Mahomes says he's still rehabbing ankle injury, Giants not fretting absences of Barkley, Lawrence, Source: DT Williams skips start of Jets' program, Texans GM Caserio denies he's leaving after draft, Stafford, now at full health, says he's refreshed, Dolphins sign former Cards receiver Anderson. . Adrian Peterson's two-year-old son is in critical condition in a South Dakota hospital after he was allegedly beaten by the man dating the boy's mother, according to TMZ. Prayers go out to @AdrianPeterson and his family! Did you encounter any technical issues? Peterson eventually pleaded no contest to a reduced charge of misdemeanor reckless assault. Peterson and Ashley Brown dated on and off during Petersons time at the University of Oklahoma, where the originally met. A man convicted in the death of the 2-year-old son of Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson has been sentenced to life in prison in South Dakota. The former University of Oklahoma star and current Minnesota Viking is one of the best running. ", Wright also said that, according to the mother's statement to police, the boy told her that "Daddy has a whooping room.". Police are not releasing the boy's name out of respect for the family, but Peterson's father, Nelson Peterson, told the St. Paul Pioneer Press the child is Adrian Peterson's son. Hardin, his defense attorney, is a familiar name in sports circles. Now the league has another public relations problem with the charge of child abuse against an even bigger star in Peterson. The former University of Oklahoma star and current Minnesota Viking is one of the best running backs in the NFL, but his personal life has also been under the microscope. Bryce Harper of baseball's Washington Nationals also offered his condolences to Peterson on Twitter. Peterson's attorney, Rusty Hardin, said Friday that his client "has never hidden from what happened" in the case. Longtime NFL running back Adrian Peterson was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge today.Peterson, who had been in Los Angeles for pre-Super Bowl festivities, was arrested at Los Angeles . The slew of bad news in the NFL continues, as Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was placed on the exempt/commissioner's permission list early Wednesday morning, preventing him from playing or participating in any team activities. According to a Los Angeles Airport Police statement, they received a call around 8:30 a.m. local time about possible domestic violence on board an aircraft bound for Houston and responded to "a verbal and physical altercation between a male suspect and a female victim.". He came back from reconstructive knee surgery to rush for 2,097 yards and win the league MVP award last season. Commissioner Roger Goodell announced tougher penalties last month for players accused of domestic violence: six weeks for a first offense and at least a year for a second violation. The source said Ashley Peterson was not going to press charges. When was Adrian Peterson born? Patterson, who police say is the boyfriend of the child's mother, was taken into custody and charged. Legal Statement. Minnesota Vikings running back indicted in Texas after incident in which he allegedly whipped his 4-year-old son with a tree branch as punishment. Our good old, down home, common sense-filled jurors just didnt buy it., Report: Adrian Petersons young son dies after alleged assault. 2013 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Adrian Peterson Attended Son's Funeral On Wednesday. We asked NFL scouts to pick the best draft prospect they ever saw, Best of XFL Week 9: The key plays and moments down the stretch. Peterson, speaking to reporters at the Vikings' team facility Friday before an announcement about his son's death had been made, said he would play Sunday. Nick Wright, host of CBS sports radio station 610 in Houston and one of the first reporters to break the Peterson story, said that he's read an account of what Peterson's 4-year-old son told police and described his story as "a heartbreaking story" on "CBS This Morning: Saturday. "It's absolutely terrible. (Courtesy Adrian Peterson) Peterson, speaking to reporters at the Vikings' team facility Friday before an announcement about his son's death had been made, said he would play Sunday. A grand jury dismissed the charge after finding no probable cause for prosecutors to continue. The arrest was made after police and paramedics were called to an apartment at 5:43 p.m. Wednesday and found the 2-year-old victim with injuries "consistent with abuse.". An additional source close to Peterson told Anderson he was certain the running back would play against the Panthers. The Commanders sale has taken a bizarre turn, 8 NBA Playoffs overreactions from start of every first round series. Peterson's son, 2, dies after alleged assault, Source: Eagles, QB Hurts agree to $255M deal, Source: Harris group submits Commanders bid, Mahomes says he's still rehabbing ankle injury, Giants not fretting absences of Barkley, Lawrence, Source: DT Williams skips start of Jets' program, Texans GM Caserio denies he's leaving after draft, Stafford, now at full health, says he's refreshed, Dolphins sign former Cards receiver Anderson. Reports vary as to the exact number of kids that Peterson has fathered, but reports surfaced in 2013 that Peterson may have kids with many different women. CBS RADIO and EYE Logo TM and Copyright 2013 CBS Broadcasting Inc. Used under license. After posting bail for the murder charges, Patterson was arrested again for kidnapping and assaulting Doohen. We respectfully ask to stop tweeting his pics. An offer he couldn't refuse? SIOUX FALLS, S.D. News of the boy's death spread throughout the sports world Friday. We mourn and grieve, but heaven had the baddest welcoming party for my son. We respectfully ask to stop tweeting his pics. Peterson returned to practice Friday and was in the locker room following the workout with the rest of his teammates for lunch. Adrian Peterson (@AdrianPeterson) October 12, 2013. Monday, Sept. 15, 8:12 p.m.: Radisson issues statement that it issuspending its limited sponsorship of the Vikings. Heres what you need to know about Petersons family: Adrian Peterson shows his support for the U.S. mens soccer team during last summers World Cup. An additional source close to Peterson told Anderson he was certain the running back would play against the Panthers. Free-agent NFL running back Adrian Peterson was arrested Sunday morning at Los . In response, Peterson thanked his fans for their support, saying "God Bless everyone and thank u so much.". Peterson was charged with felony child abuse in 2014 for using a switch to spank his then-4-year-old son, which resulted in cuts and bruises all over the boy's body. The police also said Joseph Robert Patterson had made a court appearance in the case and was being held on $750,000 cash bond. "It's absolutely terrible. Peterson grabbed her wedding ring and scratched her finger, a source close to the Petersons said, and the plane then returned to the gate. ", "He mentions his reluctance to want to talk to police because 'Daddy Peterson might hit me,'" said Wright. Law enforcement sources revealed to CBS Houston on Friday that Adrian Peterson's indictment on a charge of reckless or negligent injury to a child stemmed from a punishment the Minnesota. Brian McCarthy, a spokesman for the league, said Saturday that Peterson's case "will be reviewed under the NFL's personal conduct policy.". The conviction dates back to an incident in October 2013 and involved Petersons then 2-year-old son, Tyrese Ruffin, who was not living with the Minnesota Vikings running back but rather with his mother in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We are currently not posting photos of my son who passed away. Officials said police investigated and made required notifications to the FBI. Patterson, however, claimed that the boy died accidentally after choking on food. From quarterback to culture: What do the Commanders' new owners need to fix? -- Adrian Peterson was running a wheel route 30 yards downfield with two defenders blanketing him when Drew Brees launched the ball. Adrian Peterson weighed 220 lbs (99 kg) when playing. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. I mean, sad is the best way I can put it," Wright said. The charge of child abuse was especially jarring, given the tragedy that unfolded around Peterson last season. Adrian has never hidden from what happened. and apparently was worried Peterson would punch him in the face if he reported the incident. Just hours after Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson apologized for injuring one 4-year-old son, KHOU-TV in Houston reported that he has also been accused of injuring another 4-year-old son. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much / CBS Minnesota. The Associated Press contributed to this report, Click for more from the Sioux Falls Argus Leader, Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Odds and lines subject to change. Peterson, has died of a rare brain cancer, the team announced. Stroud vs. Bryce Young: A tale of the tape, as Panthers prepare for No. I don't know the guy who did it. The charges reportedly stem from an incident in which Peterson allegedly punished his 4-year-old son by whipping him with a tree branch, leaving cuts and bruises on the boys legs, backs, buttocks, hand and scrotum. "He's a friend of mine, first of all," James said. Both former players have become outspoken about their devastating experiences and their increased reliance on faith, family and friends to carry on. Petersons son went to a previously scheduled appointment upon returning to Minnesota with his mother, and adoctor said the injuries were consistent with child abuse. Stroud vs. Bryce Young: A tale of the tape, as Panthers prepare for No. "I'm absolutely angry, because it's an innocent kid that's taken away by someone's stupidity. In a separate incident in 2013, Petersons two-year-old son died, allegedly at the hands of the boys mothers boyfriend. / CBS/AP. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. It is important to remember that Adrian never intended to harm his son and deeply regrets the unintentional injury.. But there's nothing that a 2-year-old kid can say, can do, can harm to any grown-up that would make them do that. "This is a private matter, and I ask y'all to please respect my privacy and not ask at all about the situation at hand," Peterson said. ", Fellow running back Toby Gerhart said: "It's hard for any man to admit that he's hurting or he needs help or anything like that. appreciated. MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO/AP) --Adrian Peterson's 2-year-old son, who had been in critical condition after being beaten, has died from his injuries, according to Sioux Falls police. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2:00 a.m.: Vikingsplace Peterson onexempt/commissioner's permission list. His oldest is Adjea, who is about 11 years old. It's a lot of hurt. 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After news of the boy's death spread, kind words poured in from all over. MINNEAPOLIS -- Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was booked and released from a Texas jail on a child abuse charge early Saturday, capping a tumultuous week for the NFL, which was. Vikings coach Leslie Frazier said he thought Peterson practiced as well as he could Friday considering the circumstance. Sioux Falls police just confirmed to NFL Media that Adrian Peterson's son has passed away. Shortly thereafter, Peterson posted a message on his Twitter account that said in part: "It's your season! A timeline of the Adrian Peterson child abusecase, Draymond Green stomped on Domantas Sabonis and got ejected in NBA Playoffs. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Draymond Green found himself in another controversy in the NBA Playoffs and this time he got ejected. In fact, it was so obvious that even Peterson's 10-year-old son noticed he needed to lower his pads when the . 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