MINNEAPOLIS — Adrian Peterson thinks he’s the best running back in the game.

Now he’s getting paid like it, too.

Peterson agreed Saturday to a contract extension with the Vikings that includes $36 million in guaranteed money and as much as $100 million over the next seven years if he plays that long with Minnesota.

“It means a lot, man,” Peterson said. “It shows from ownership and just this organization, that they recognize that. They recognize the (player) that they have. It means a lot.

“But money don’t make you. It’s hard work. Continuing to work hard and my focus is going to continue to be to help this team.”

The deal came five days after the Vikings locked up linebacker Chad Greenway to a lucrative long-term contract, the latest in a line of millions of dollars doled out to top players by owner Zygi Wilf since he and his family purchased the franchise in 2005.

After setting the NFL’s single-game rushing record with 296 yards against San Diego in 2007, Peterson has been picked for the Pro Bowl in each of his four seasons.