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Peterson, Ponder both leave game injured

Adrian Peterson left Saturday's game against Washington after taking a direct hit to his knee. The injury came in the first down of the second half as Peterson carried for a three yard gain. Ponder left the field with a possible concussion after a sack from London Fletcher.
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Adrian Peterson left Saturday's game against Washington after taking a direct hit to his knee. The injury came in the first down of the second half as Peterson carried for a three yard gain. Ponder left the field with a possible concussion after a sack from London Fletcher.

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