What do you think AD would garner in a trade?

[Texas Vike]

Purely hypothetical, I'm not advocating that we trade him, but would do you think we could possibly get in exchange for AD at this point?

Gordon is enticing, but I'd want to get at least something for AD if we were to select him at 11.

[dead_poet]

Maybe a third-rounder. Less if that contact can't be resolved. I still think he's more valuable to the Vikings than what they can get in a trade. YMMV.

[The Breeze]

I would say it depends on the team. Is there a contender out there who is an AD away from the Lombardi? The Colts? Bengals? Steelers? Lions? NFC South?

A team with a current window would be more likely to eat that salary and give up a decent pick...IMO. And like DP said, the Vikings might be the best fit in that regard as far as realistic windows and what AD might have left vs how much he costs.

His contract really mucks up his trade value. To me he's worth more than a 3rd but unless there is a team thinking he's their piece for a title run, I don't see how they get a better pick for him.

Then there's always Jerry Jones.....

[Texas Vike]

I would say it depends on the team. Is there a contender out there who is an AD away from the Lombardi? The Colts? Bengals? Steelers? Lions? NFC South?

A team with a current window would be more likely to eat that salary and give up a decent pick...IMO. And like DP said, the Vikings might be the best fit in that regard as far as realistic windows and what AD might have left vs how much he costs.

His contract really mucks up his trade value. To me he's worth more than a 3rd but unless there is a team thinking he's their piece for a title run, I don't see how they get a better pick for him.

Then there's always Jerry Jones.....

The Joker (Jerry Jones)! Yeah, he might do it for a 2nd.

[Pondering Her Percy]

Maybe a third-rounder. Less if that contact can't be resolved. I still think he's more valuable to the Vikings than what they can get in a trade. YMMV.

I agree. Honestly though, who knows what we could get for him. We ended up getting a 1st, 3rd and 7th for Harvin which is 25x what anyone thought we would get. Granted, Petersons age is a factor but we're talking about the best back in the game here and he still has some solid years left in him no doubt. I think you'd be surprised at what some teams would give up for him. I mean to get 3 picks for a gadget WR that can't stay healthy is unreal. It was a great trade by Spielman. I wouldn't be surprised if he pulled something crazy off again. But at the same time, if it's not enough, I say keep him. The only way I'll truly be mad is if we flat out release him.

[Texas Vike]

I agree. Honestly though, who knows what we could get for him. We ended up getting a 1st, 3rd and 7th for Harvin which is 25x what anyone thought we would get. Granted, Petersons age is a factor but we're talking about the best back in the game here and he still has some solid years left in him no doubt. I think you'd be surprised at what some teams would give up for him. I mean to get 3 picks for a gadget WR that can't stay healthy is unreal. It was a great trade by Spielman. I wouldn't be surprised if he pulled something crazy off again. But at the same time, if it's not enough, I say keep him. The only way I'll truly be mad is if we flat out release him.

I completely agree with you, and you're right (IMO) to point to the Harvin trade as a recent example of how favorable a game changing player can be perceived (and valued) on the market.

I am really on the fence. A part of me is ready to move on, especially when Gordon and Gurley look to be seriously talented backs without the age, contract, and publicity problems of AD. Another part of me would love to see him back in purple lowering the boom with some pent up anger and allow us to draft other positions that we need to improve at (WR, OG, LB, CB, S).

[dead_poet]

I mean to get 3 picks for a gadget WR that can't stay healthy is unreal. It was a great trade by Spielman.

It looks better by the day, doesn't it? But at the time it was only viewed as "good" or "fair" due largely to Harvin not yet burning two bridges and an additional injury. His value was a lot higher then than it is now.

[The Breeze]

The move Seattle made for Percy is a real head scratcher.

Even if he stayed healthy and conformed, he was only slated to be a piece of their offense as opposed to what the Vikes used him for in their passing game. So, what they gave up really makes no sense to me.

I know there are some exceptional backs coming out this season....I'm torn as to what happens with AD.

I also think the combo of McKinnon and Asiata has some real promise going forward...health issues aside. Maybe RB isn't all that urgent as much as what to do about AD is.

I'm not emotionally tethered to him as a Viking...I just think he is a great talent and perfect for what this offence needs...even if it's only for a couple more seasons.

If they do go in another direction I'd hope it be with a guy who has more in common with Chester Taylor. That guy was a complete player and great RB IMO. Kind of a victim of circumstance careerwise.

[Pondering Her Percy]

I am really on the fence. A part of me is ready to move on, especially when Gordon and Gurley look to be seriously talented backs without the age, contract, and publicity problems of AD. Another part of me would love to see him back in purple lowering the boom with some pent up anger and allow us to draft other positions that we need to improve at (WR, OG, LB, CB, S).

I agree with this 100% as well. I've been saying....if we're going to move on from AP, this is the year to do it. It is far and away the most talented RB class to come out in a while. Yet, I would hate to see the guy leave because he's one of my favorite Vikings since Moss. I'm guessing if they let him go, they draft a RB anywhere between rounds 1-4. If they keep him, we don't draft one at all.

[VikeMike]

Can't imagine any team willing to trade for him at his current salary. Just isn't going to happen. He would have to agree to renegotiate his deal before the trade went through. Then, I'm not sure what would the Vikes get back in return. Would he be a cancer on the team? Then, sure, do a deal. If not, I'd rather he him take his aggression out on the Vikings' opponents. Unless he agrees to redo his contract to enable him to get out of Minnesota (and I suppose it would depend what team we are talking about), I think a trade is a moot point.

I don't mean to disparage Asiata or McKinnon in the least, but there is a definitely ceiling to Asiata. He runs hard. He's a good back for short yardage. McKinnon is exciting, but I think you need a complimentary back to couple him with. And I don't think Asiata is it.

[720pete]

AD on the Colts with Luck. That would be one sick team.

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[IIsweet]

I could see a team like Indy, Seattle, Arizona, or NE trade a 1st rder for him. Teams with willing to win now for 3-4 years with AD. Super Bowl caliber teams.
Honestly, I want to keep him. I just like what we could have also with his $.
LG Iupati, DE Jerry Hughes, and NT Terrence Knighton or Dan Williams.

[dead_poet]

AD on the Colts with Luck. That would be one sick team.

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That'd be a dangerous offense, no question. Boy, Grigson looks worse by the day for giving up a first-rounder for Trent Richardson.

[Purple bruise]

AD on the Colts with Luck. That would be one sick team.

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How about AD with Manning and the Broncos? Talk about unstoppable

[mmvikes]

The Joker (Jerry Jones)! Yeah, he might do it for a 2nd.

Don't underestimate Jerry Jomes folly. He could bring in the best runner in the game since the Walter/Barry era to a team that is very close to the SB this year to replace a running back they used the heck out of this year (on his contract season) and would also lift the profile of the team. Couple that with the people of.Texas not looking at a switch as out of line for discipline. I could easily see Jerry giving up quite a bit for that opportunity. Their 1st rounder may end up close to a second rounder anyway. Also a native Texan. If there is any competition for Adrian, he very well may overbid. He loves to make a splash. Adrian is going to have to accept less money no matter where he goes(or stays) and Dallas would be his top choice if he has to go anywhere.
That said, I prefer that we keep him.