The Insider: Minnesota’s backup plan sinks Washington

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Sunday, December 25, 2011 Week 16: Vikings 33, Redskins 26 Redskins stumble against Vikings' backups Mike Jones With running back Adrian Peterson and quarterback Christian Ponder knocked out of the game with injuries, their backups ignite a late charge for a victory over the Redskins. Some good amidst the despair Jason Reid COLUMN | A pair of rookie running backs and Rex Grossman's confidence provide glimmers of hope in another lost season for the Redskins Two plays seal Redskins' fate Barry Svrluga The plays — a holding call and an interception in the fourth quarter — doom Washington. Yesterday at the game Week 16: Redskins vs. Vikings Game summary Standings and stats Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? Here's how: Mobile: Alerts: Social Media: Applications Web site E-mail SMS RSS Feeds Facebook Twitter SEND TO A FRIEND UNSUBSCRIBE E-NEWSLETTER CENTER GET HELP Washington Post Digital E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20071 ©2011 The Washington Post Privacy Policy