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Arbitrator Harold Henderson suggested that the NFL and NFLPA try to resolve the appeal of Vikings running back Adrian Peterson under the personal conduct policy. It hasn’t happened, so the hearing has resumed.

Per a league source, a second session commenced on Thursday afternoon, with NFL executive V.P. of football operations Troy Vincent on the docket to testify.

A settlement could still happen after the hearing ends. Henderson will be required to issue a ruling “as soon as practicable.”

With only four regular-season games remaining, justice delayed could be justice denied for Peterson. While he’s being paid until the appeal concludes, he wants to play.

Settlement talks have occurred, but it’s possible that one side or the other was emboldened by the first day of testimony.