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ADRIAN PETERSON
Vikings running back
Clinched NFL MVP award with 199 yards rushing, carrying a team that went 3-13 last year into playoffs.
CHRISTIAN PONDER
Vikings quarterback
Had crucial completions at critical times. Finished 16-for-28 for 234 yards and three touchdowns.
EVERSON GRIFFEN
Vikings defensive end
Put some pressure on Aaron Rodgers, ended up with three sacks for 20 yards in losses.
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