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PERCY HARVIN
Vikings receiver
All-purpose star returned the opening kickoff 105 yards, the longest play in Vikings history.
MARCUS SHERELS
Vikings cornerback
Sherels scored his first career touchdown on a tackle-breaking 77-yard punt return.
JAMARCA SANFORD
Vikings safety
Had five tackles, defended three passes and forced and recovered a fumble as a substitute starter.
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