Many good running backs have failed to reach greatness (and ultimately a big pay-day) because of their inability to hold onto the ball. Our own Adrian Peterson’s penchant for dropping the ball has raised questions over whether he will one day be considered among the elite to have played the game.Like an NFL running back, we are entrusted with and committed to guarding the essentials in our lives. When we “drop the ball” there are repercussions.