Peterson -- who in 2011 signed a seven-year contract worth more than $ 100 million and is considered one of the NFL 's best running backs , if not the best -- took a leave of absence from the Minnesota Vikings in September after the team deactivated , then activated and then deactivated him again . We will review Ryan Peterson 's case for ` ` potential appeal , '' spokesman says . Peterson is on probation for two years , will make public service appearances . He is still on the Vikings roster , but has been deactivated .
We will review Ryan Peterson 's case for ` ` potential appeal , '' spokesman says . Peterson is on probation for two years , will make public service appearances . He is still on the Vikings roster , but has been deactivated .