ASHBURN, Va. -- The formula, thus far, has been simple for the Washington Redskins: When Adrian Peterson runs well, they win. When he doesn’t, they lose.
That’s why the health of the 33-year-old running back entering Sunday’s game vs. the Dallas Cowboys becomes crucial. It's more about his effectiveness than availability.
He has been battling knee and shoulder issues that might have sidelined other players. Yet he rushed for 97 yards in a win over Carolina.
“Night and day,” said Peterson, of how he feels this week vs. last. “I can tell that I’m healthier than I was this time last Thursday.