The gridiron star Adrian Peterson has been reinstated by the National Football League following a suspension for using a tree branch to discipline his four-year-old son.
NFL and Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson. Photo: PHOTOSPORT
Minnesota Vikings running back Peterson's reinstatement is effective on Friday, at which point he will be free to participate in all scheduled activities with the Vikings, the NFL said in a statement.
In a letter from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Peterson was informed that he is expected to fulfill his remaining obligations to the authorities in Minnesota and Texas, as well as the additional commitments Peterson made during his April 7 meeting with the commissioner.
During his meeting with Goodell, Peterson said he would maintain an ongoing program of counseling and treatment as recommended by medical advisors.
The league also said any further violation of the personal conduct policy by the running back would result in additional discipline, which could include suspension without pay or banishment from the NFL.
Peterson, the 2012 NFL Most Valuable Player, was suspended by Goodell on November 18 until at least April 15 for beating his with a tree branch.
