Adrian Peterson spoke on the outpouring of support from his teammates and fans today, expressing his gratitude for the love he feels around him in what is surely one of the hardest times he’s had in a life full of tough ones.
#Vikings RB Adrian Peterson: "I really appreciate all the support from fans and the Vikings. I ask y'all respect my privacy."
— Sean K. Jensen (@seankjensen) October 11, 2013
Fans and teammates aren’t the only ones reaching out. Other athletes and some of the biggest media celebrities are lending their support as well.
Everyone please pray for my boy @AdrianPeterson and his son. He's really good people.
— Torii Hunter (@toriihunter48) October 11, 2013
@AdrianPeterson Prayers going up 4 you and your family bro!!!!
— Brian Dawkins (@BrianDawkins) October 11, 2013
Positive thoughts to Adrian Peterson. As for the pile of crap who beats a child like that: no trial. Eye for an eye. No defense possible
— Michelle Beadle (@MichelleDBeadle) October 11, 2013
Like everyone, I'm horrified by reports regarding Adrian Peterson's son. Like everyone, sending hopeful thoughts for best possible outcome.
— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) October 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with my brother @AdrianPeterson and his family!
— Larry Fitzgerald (@LarryFitzgerald) October 11, 2013
You and your family are in our prayers @AdrianPeterson
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) October 11, 2013
Absolutely horrible situation with Adrian Peterson's son. My heart goes out to all involved. Tragic what people are capable of doing to kids
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) October 11, 2013
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Thoughts and prayers go out to @adrianpeterson and his family. Violence is never the answer!
— Kris Humphries (@KrisHumphries) October 11, 2013
Best thoughts from me and all of America, @AdrianPeterson.
— Peter King (@peter_king) October 11, 2013
Let us be the smallest name on this list to echo all of the same sentiments the big names have expressed.
