Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson has reportedly been indicted for reckless or negligent injury to a child, according to Mark Berman of FOX26.
The report was later confirmed by FOX Sports' Jay Glazer, who noted that Peterson had to turn himself in.
Per Glazer, Peterson's status for Sunday's game versus the New England Patriots is unclear.
The Vikings released a statement about the situation.
Vikings statement: The Vikings are in the process of gathering information regarding the legal situation involving Adrian Peterson. (Cont)
— Judd Zulgad (@1500ESPNJudd) September 12, 2014
More Vikings statement: At this time, we will defer further questions to Adrian’s attorney Rusty Hardin.
— Judd Zulgad (@1500ESPNJudd) September 12, 2014