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January 4, 2021 at 3:20AM

RB Alexander Mattison

Filling in for Dalvin Cook, he had 145 yards from scrimmage, including 95 rushing, and ran for one score and caught another.

RB Adrian Peterson

He scored his first career TD against the Vikings, and among his 63 rushing yards on seven carries was 38-yard burst that brought flashbacks of his glory days.

WR Marvin Jones

The Lions receiver had 8 catches for 180 yards and 2 TDs, and had a third 38-yard scoring grab taken away by an officials review. He has 9 career TDs against the Vikings.

WR Justin Jefferson

Nine catches, 133 yards, and one for best rookie seasons in NFL history for a receiver.

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