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Adrian Peterson Named NFC Offensive Player Of The Month

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson is the NFC's Offensive Player of the Month for November, the team announced Thursday.

During November, Peterson rushed for a NFL-leading 634 rushing yards on 117 carries and five touchdowns. His 634 rushing yards was the most he's rushed since December 2012 – when he received his first NFC Offensive Player Of The Month title.

The Palestine, Texas native and six-time Pro Bowler also set a team record for the most November rushing yards in 2015.

Peterson currently ranks 18th on the NFL's all-time rushing list with 11,354 yards. He currently leads the NFL in rushing yards – 1,164.

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