5. Adrian Peterson, running back, Minnesota Vikings
If Peterson can stay healthy, he seems to still have what it takes to carry a major run game for a team in need. It is unfortunate that Peterson’s current offensive line could not help present this opportunity.
Peterson’s last season went nothing like his 2015 return to the Vikings. Instead of the 1,485 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns put up that year, Peterson went from getting stuffed at nearly every attempt to out for several weeks with a knee injury. He suffered a torn meniscus last September.
Peterson is now presumably healthy, and in January mentioned three teams he is interested in joining. He might just get his wish considering he is slated to account for $18 million against the Vikings’ cap in 2017.
Peterson turns 32 in March but could still contribute at a high level if fully healthy. Unlike some other players stuck on their current teams, Peterson may actually find a new club to call home.