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EAGAN Adrian Peterson Jersey , Minn. —thly with the New York Jets, until off-the-field trouble and locker-room conflict precipitated his eventual departure.Guided by some important gains in maturity, Richardson has found a niche two stops later in Minnesota. This weekend, when the Vikings visit the Jets, he’ll have his first opportunity to vent any bad feelings with a winning performance against his old team for trading him.More Vikings coveragePreview: Cook, Vikings look to keep rolling vs. PackersTop Tweets: Vikings prepare for Packers with TMNT hype videoBarr, seasoned Vikings defense off to strong startNew offense, same Rodgers: Vikings prep for LaFleur’s PackersVikings re-sign center Jones, waive rookie TE DillonAs outspoken as Richardson has been at times, this was not a subject he was willing to touch when reporters asked him about his return to MetLife Stadium to face the Jets on Sunday afternoon.“Another game. I never put myself above the team,” Richardson said. “Whatever personal vendetta I have is between me.”As for the deal that sent him to Seattle for the final year of his rookie contract, right before the 2017 regular season?“It’s a business http://www.thevikingslockerroom.com/authentic-kirk-cousins-jersey ,” said Richardson, who played one season for the Seahawks, became a free agent and signed a one-year deal with the Vikings .Richardson played up to his first-round draft pick status by winning The Associated Press Defensive Rookie of the Year award in 2013. Then he had a career-high eight sacks and was picked for the Pro Bowl in 2014, the last season under coach Rex Ryan before Todd Bowles took over.Richardson served a four-game suspension in 2015, though, for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy. He also was suspended for the 2016 season opener for an arrest in his home state of Missouri for driving at high speeds and resisting arrest.Then there was his conflict with wide receiver Brandon Marshalland the public criticisms he expressed that contributed to some bad team chemistry.“I did some things for me to get out of there for them to trade me,” Richardson said, “and other than that I put it on myself, nobody else.”Richardson continued his candid reflection before practice on Wednesday, acknowledging the character development he has undergone.“It was kind of self-inflicted wounds,” he said. “It’s just now me overcoming my personal battles in life. They got me out of there, and that changed everything around there. That’s pretty much it. I pretty much grew from everywhere. Every point Womens Anthony Barr Jersey , every phase of my life, I grew from it.”Richardson had only one sack last year for the Seahawks, his first season in a primarily 4-3 scheme after playing in a 3-4 system with the Jets that saw him playing some at outside linebacker. With the Vikings, Richardson has settled in nicely at the three-technique position next to Linval Joseph.He has only one sack, but less-tangible contributions in pass pressure and run disruption are more important to making coach Mike Zimmer’s system work. Richardson is tied for eighth in the NFL with 10 quarterback hits, and there’s no coincidence that defensive end Danielle Hunter is thriving off his presence inside taking on frequent double-teams.“I’ve been really impressed with Sheldon. Not just his play, but the way he’s come in here and tried to learn the techniques we’re trying to teach him,” Zimmer said. “His professionalism, how he handles himself in the meetings, he’s been really good with everything.”Vikings vs. Packers: Kizer may be Packers’ starting QB (but, probably not) There’s been speculation since Sunday night whether Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will actually play come Sunday. All signs point to him playing, even though he’s taking it day-by-day and was listed questionable on today’s injury report. Even if the Vikings thought Rodgers wasn’t going to play (which I don’t think the team does) Eric Kendricks Jersey , then more than likely the team would still prep for if Rodgers were to play. If Rodgers doesn’t play, that will mean backup DeShone Kizer will get the nod against that vicious Vikings defense. Kizer seen some action against Chicago when Rodgers was getting his knee checked out. Kizer only participated in 14 offensive snaps. During his short stint, he showed signs of being a capable backup, but then showed the same struggles he had while in Cleveland (throwing picks). He completed four-of-seven passes for 55 yards and one interception.The 22-year-old, out of Notre Dame was traded to Green Bay during the offseason from Cleveland. Kizer was the Browns’ second round draft pick in 2017. The trade took place after the Packers dealt former backup quarterback Brett Hundley to the Seattle Seahawks. Some stats while he was at Cleveland:Kizer went 0-15 during his rookie campaign in Cleveland, but let’s cut the kid a break, he was thrown into a crappy situation, with a offense that have plagued quarterbacks before him.He threw for 11 touchdowns (not too shabby) and 22 interceptions (ouch). He showed plenty of inconsistencies, but what else do you expect from a second-round draft pick?Kizer threw the ball 476 times in 15 games. He completed 255 of those passes for a total of 2,894 yards. He managed to rush the ball for 419 yards off of 77 carries and two touchdowns. On a real note, Rodgers will probably play, but it’s also a good opportunity to brush up on who the Vikes could be playing against http://www.thevikingslockerroom.com/authentic-latavius-murray-jersey , just in case. In reality Kizer has no shot against Minnesota’s defense, so I’m sure Kizer, himself, actually hopes Rodgers will play. If the medical staff gives Rodgers whatever they gave him when he went into the locker room after getting hurt, then he will be good to go. But, beyond all that, skol Vikes! Lets get that win!