From Deseret News archives:
NFL championships recap
Top passing performance
Peyton Manning, Colts
Future Hall of Famer completed 26 of 39 passes for 377 yards and a trio of touchdowns to lead Indianapolis back to the Super Bowl. His seventh 300-yard passing game is the most in NFL post-season history.
Top receiving performance
Pierre Garcon, Colts
With Jets defensive back Darrelle Revis blanketing Reggie Wayne, the Colts let the youngsters shine and Garcon didn't disappoint with 11 receptions for 151 yards and a touchdown. Next up is a Super Bowl in Miami in two weeks.
Top rushing performance
Adrian Peterson, Vikings
Minnesota couldn't have asked for much more from its star carrier. Twenty-five rushes for 122 yards and three touchdowns was superb for the Vikings, but ultimately not enough as turnovers allowed New Orleans to win its first ever NFC crown.
