Vikings Peterson Stands By Comments

Two days after he said the Minnesota Vikings were outcoached "in so many ways -- and outplayed, too" in a 38-7 loss to the Seahawks, running back Adrian Peterson stood by his comments, while reminding reporters he'd also said he could have done more to change the outcome of the game.

Peterson only got eight carries in the loss -- the fewest he's had in a game where he wasn't hurt -- and said he was frustrated by the lack of opportunities on Sunday. That, he said Tuesday, was the "mindset of a player who wants to be great."

"You want to be able, when your number is called, to make plays," Peterson said. "Of course, I'd be frustrated when you think about eight carries. But we're focusing now on Arizona and trying to get this thing back on the right track."

The Vikings gave Peterson a season-low five carries in the first half, as they fell behind 14-0 and saw their deficit increase to three touchdowns after Teddy Bridgewater's second-quarter interception. The 2012 NFL MVP said there were two carries he could have taken for touchdowns if he'd approached the run differently.

Indianapolis Colts

Running back Frank Gore's streak of 1,000-yard rushing seasons will come to an end at four. Gore, who has rushed for 702 yards this season, needs to average 74.5 yards a game in the Colts' final four contest to extend his streak. He has topped that average only four times this season, including just once in the past six games. -- Mike Wells

Chicago Bears

Jay Cutler will finish 2015 with the highest passer-rating of his career. His previous best is 89.2 in 2013, and right now he sits at 90.1. Cutler didn't look great in Week 13 against the 49ers (18-of-31 for 202 yards and one interception), but expect him to bounce back. He has posted a passer-rating of below 88.4 in only three starts under offensive coordinator Adam Gase. -- Jeff Dickerson

St. Louis Rams

DT Aaron Donald will reach double-digit sacks for the first time in his young career. One of the few bright spots on the Rams, Donald has eight sacks already. I like his chances to get a few more, especially with Seattle and San Francisco still on the docket. Donald has a combined five sacks in six career games against the Seahawks and 49ers. -- Nick Wagoner