[vincesanity82]

Former Los Angeles Rams (and Colts and Raiders and Falcons) running back Eric Dickerson owns the all-time single-season NFL rushing record, with 2,105 yards in 1984. And while Dickerson says he believes Vikings rookie Adrian Peterson has the ability to break that record, he also says he doesn't want it to happen.

"He has a good shot at doing it. I hope he doesn't, to be honest,'' Dickerson, 47, said in a telephone interview. "You want those records as long as you can. That's part of having the record, your name gets brought up, and it's great for him and it's great for me.''

I'm betting a lot more retired athletes feel that way than will admit it. I appreciate Dickerson being honest enough to come right out and say it, and not do the politically correct thing and say he's rooting for Peterson. Right now Peterson is at 1,036 yards, putting him on pace to finish with 2,076, or 30 yards short of breaking the record.

Eric Dickerson Doesn't Want Adrian Peterson to Break His Rushing Record - FanHouse - AOL Sports Blog

[Tiny Tom]

I appreciate his honesty as well. Some athletes don't mind I guess, like I honestly felt Dan Marino was happy for Peyton Manning when he broke the single season TD pass record.

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by vincesanity82

Former Los Angeles Rams (and Colts and Raiders and Falcons) running back Eric Dickerson owns the all-time single-season NFL rushing record, with 2,105 yards in 1984. And while Dickerson says he believes Vikings rookie Adrian Peterson has the ability to break that record, he also says he doesn't want it to happen.

"He has a good shot at doing it. I hope he doesn't, to be honest,'' Dickerson, 47, said in a telephone interview. "You want those records as long as you can. That's part of having the record, your name gets brought up, and it's great for him and it's great for me.''

I'm betting a lot more retired athletes feel that way than will admit it. I appreciate Dickerson being honest enough to come right out and say it, and not do the politically correct thing and say he's rooting for Peterson. Right now Peterson is at 1,036 yards, putting him on pace to finish with 2,076, or 30 yards short of breaking the record.

Eric Dickerson Doesn't Want Adrian Peterson to Break His Rushing Record - FanHouse - AOL Sports Blog

That's all the man's got left......It was fun watching Dickerson early in his career though. But years of 350 to 400 carries did him in a bit too young.

[Lefty Noob]

Well, at least he's honest about it, but I got back news for you Eric - he's gonna break the record. No doubt in my mind.

[legend]

I can't see him breaking the record with their total lack of a passing game. Eventually teams will put 8 and 9 men up front against him.