Tomlinson VS Peterson

[74_75_78_79_]

Ladainian or Adrian? The two best RBs so far this century. Who's best between these two and who's the best RB so far this century (3rd place) besides these two?

[JWL]

As just a pure runner, Peterson is probably better. As an overall running back (running, pass catching, blocking), I go with Tomlinson.

[Hail Casares]

Dickerson vs Payton springs to mind in the 80's.


LT did SO much for you that it's tough to not take him,but you can't ignore AP's superior running ability. I suppose you could say it depends on what system you are running...but I keep going back to AP because he always came off to me as more "impressive" both physically and when you saw him play. LT was obviously a stat monster but just isn't as imposing.

I don't know.

[Bryan]

LT has a significant edge over Peterson in yards from scrimmage and TDs. I don't think Peterson will surpass LT in either category.

[Rupert Patrick]

LT has a significant edge over Peterson in yards from scrimmage and TDs. I don't think Peterson will surpass LT in either category.

It's peak value vs. career value. Peterson has a slight edge in peak value, but I think LT will wind up with the slight edge in career value.

[sluggermatt15]

As just a pure runner, Peterson is probably better. As an overall running back (running, pass catching, blocking), I go with Tomlinson.

This sums up my thinking, too. LT was a superior overall back. Peterson is a stronger runner.