When Adrian Peterson walked out of U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday night, the Vikings running back was on crutches. Even worse, Peterson's leg was wrapped in a giant black knee brace. It wasn't the kind of sight that could give a Vikings fan nightmares. Adrian Peterson on crutches as he exits locker room with brace on right knee Jane Slater
Spud Webb Jersey (@SlaterNFL) The Vikings running back was of Minnesota's 17-14 win over the Packers, and although it's not yet clear how serious the injury is, he's likely going to mi s at least a week, if not more, which means now is a good time to introduce to you to his backups. Although the Vikings traded for
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