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"All Day"- One might look at Peterson and say "Two thousand yards? Huh, forget about it." Truth is, Number 28 has a legitimate chance of reaching that goal. The convincing factor for me is his game against San Diego...

Has Tomlinson Passed The Torch Of Best Fantasy RB to Adrian Peterson?

by Ryan Nelson (Scribe)

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August 12, 2008

NFL, NFC North, AFC West, San Diego Chargers, Minnesota Vikings, Adrian Peterson, LaDainian Tomlinson, Fantasy

"All Day"- One might look at Peterson and say "Two thousand yards? Huh, forget about it."

Truth is, Number 28 has a legitimate chance of reaching that goal. The convincing factor for me is his game against San Diego. He racked up 296 yards. Yes, I know you all know it, but seriously. He is a beast. I believe that since the Chargers and Bears couldn't stop him, no one will. He's going to go for 2000 yards hands down.

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Tomlinson's days as the No.1 fantasy back were numbered when Peterson showed him up in Minnesota. Peterson has proven himself worthy of everyone's respect and should be considered THE number one fantasy back.

"L.T."- There again is the mighty Bolt. LaDainian Tomlinson is still widely considered to be number one. He's still an amazing back. He's still explosive. Nothing has changed, except maybe the fact that Tomlinson was barely the NFL's leading rusher last year. Peterson, Parker, and that company was very close behind him.

Look for Tomlinson to have, what many think the inconceivable, a quiet year. The amazing touchdown machine may not have an amazing year, but he's still a great back, and the pressure is still on.

Also watch for guys like Darren McFadden and Jonathan Stewart to have excellent rookie years.

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  1. Um sure, just like last year it was Steven Jackson and the year before that it was Larry Johnson. How about this, the Chargers have one of the least difficult schedules and the Vikings have one of the most difficult.

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