NEW YORK - Vikings running back Adrian Peterson will meet with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on Tuesday to discuss his possible reinstatement to the league, according to Ian Rapoport on Twitter.
Peterson, who agreed to a plea deal in November on one count of misdemeanor reckless assault, is eligible to return to his team on April 15.
His name is still on the Commissioner's Exempt list, requiring him to refrain from all team activities while undergoing legal proceedings.
The meeting could provide a long-awaited conclusion to Peterson's predicament and consequently the future of the Vikings franchise. Head coach Mike Zimmer said at the NFL Owners Meetings in March that he was awaiting "clarity" regarding Peterson before he could move ahead with his plans for the club.
Ben Dogra, Peterson's agent, noted to NFL Media last month that the back was interested in leaving Minnesota, later bluntly confirming to USA Today, "We want out of Minnesota."
Vikings owner Mark Wilf was quick to respond to rumors of his star back wanting to leave town.
"He's an important part of the Minnesota Vikings," Wilf said, "and we look forward to him being part of our team in 2015."
Peterson has three years and $45 million remaining on his current contract. Neither he nor his agent have demanded a trade outright.
Though in the last month, there has been more than enough coming from his side that he is considering a future elsewhere, with the Cowboys and Cardinals two likely landing spots.
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