Peterson Gets Redemption in Narrow Win Over Packers

Adrian Peterson never thought redemption could be this good. After fumbling away a fourth down chance on the Vikings' previous possession, Peterson emphatically seized his next opportunity as he found the endzone on a 29-yard scamper that helped Minnesota beat the Green Bay Packers 28-27 Sunday. After Minnesota was stopped short on a third down play, Peterson was visibly upset on the Viking sideline when coach Brad Childress signaled for the punting team. But Childress reconsidered after a failed Minnesota challenge, and called for Peterson's number on the fourth down play. Peterson was subsequently stripped by the Packers' Desmond Bishop, and with the Packers taking over possession of the ball inside Minnesota territory, things looked suddenly bleak for Minnesota's chances. But the Vikings defense held strong, and with the score 27-21, Peterson was given his second chance. And boy, did he capitalize. Peterson accounted for 64 of the Vikings 69 yards on the game-winning drive, and his 29-yard ... (link)