Hutchinson blocked for a 1,000-yard rusher 11 of his 12 seasons and helped Adrian Peterson set a single-game record of 296 rushing yards against the San Diego Chargers in 2007.

The doctor said Hutchinson could be ready to play in late January. “Athletes like Adrian Hutchinson who do have surgery for this injury have over a 91% chance of returning to the NFL.

Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, behind the blocking of new Hall of Famer Steve Hutchinson and the rest of the offensive line, slashed through the Chargers defense for an NFL single-game ...