The Minnesota Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers in their final regular season game, securing a playoff spot. Running back Adrian Peterson came within 9 yards of breaking the NFL's single season rushing record, gaining 199 yards. While Peterson's performance was crucial to the team's victory, the author argues that head coach Leslie Frazier should have allowed Peterson more opportunities to gain yards and break the record against weaker defenses throughout the season. The author believes Frazier was too concerned with developing quarterback Christian Ponder instead of maximizing Peterson's chances for the record. Overall, Peterson had an incredible comeback season after knee surgery and deserved the rushing record and MVP award.