Xavier Rhodes, Vikings cornerback
Rhodes set a franchise record with a 100-yard interception return for a TD. He followed that with another INT that set up a score.
Cordarrelle Patterson, Vikings receiver/KO returner
Patterson tied Percy Harvin with his fifth kickoff return for a TD ‑ this one for 104-yards.
Danielle Hunter, Vikings defensive end
Carson Palmer took a beating and Hunter played his part with two sacks and lots of headaches.
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