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Adrian Peterson is getting a closer look from the defending Super Bowl champions.

The four-time all-pro running back is scheduled to visit the New England Patriots on Monday, a person familiar with Peterson's plans told USA TODAY Sports' Tom Pelissero. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because details of the visit had not been disclosed.

Peterson's father, Nelson Peterson, said prior to free agency that the Patriots would be an attractive option if they showed interest.

“If you have an opportunity to play for an organization like the New England Patriots, you have to consider that,’’ Peterson's father told The St. Paul Pioneer Press. “To have an opportunity to play with Tom Brady, you have to keep that door open as a possibility.’’

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Peterson previously visited the Seattle Seahawks. But the team later opted to sign former Green Bay Packers running back Eddie Lacy.

The Patriots have not re-signed LeGarrette Blount, who led the NFL with 18 rushing touchdowns last season, but added former Cincinnati Bengals running back Rex Burkhead in free agency. New England also returns Dion Lewis and James White in the backfield.

Peterson, 32, ran for just 72 yards on 37 carries last season as he missed all but three games with a torn meniscus.

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