Adrian Peterson reflects on Cardinals draft decision in 2007
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:28 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Adrian Peterson expressed disappointment over not being drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2007. Selected seventh overall by the Minnesota Vikings, Peterson believed he was a likely choice for the Cardinals, who opted for tackle Levi Brown at fifth overall. During an interview, Peterson shared his surprise and highlighted the talent on the Cardinals, including Larry Fitzgerald. He later spent a season with Arizona in 2017 after being traded from the New Orleans Saints. Peterson enjoyed a successful career with the Vikings, earning multiple accolades, including being named the NFL MVP in 2012.
- •Peterson believed he would be drafted by the Cardinals in 2007.
- •Arizona selected Levi Brown fifth overall, passing on Peterson.
- •Peterson won the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2007.
- •He later played for the Cardinals in 2017 after a trade.
- •Peterson is eligible for the Hall of Fame next year.
- 1:28 PMYahoo Sports — Adrian Peterson thought he would be drafted by Arizona Cardinals
"Adrian Peterson spent a season with the Arizona Cardinals, but he thought he would be drafted by them.
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