Adrian Peterson stands at 999 through 10 games. Here is Peterson ...
On whether rushing for 1,000 yards is a big deal or an expectation: "Expectation. It's something I look forward to each year. With the offensive line we have, I feel we can get that every year."
On how much easier it is to run the ball now that Brett Favre is making defenses think twice about crowding the line to stop him: "He makes it a lot easier. Teams come in and they stack that box, too. We're able to put guys on the perimeter and make big plays and bounce it out with the run game."
On slow starts the past two games against Detroit and Seattle: "We haven't come out with the starts we'd like, but we were able to pick it up and pull away from guys. That's good."
On whether he has become a better receiver since Favre joined the team: "I've definitely become a better receiver. He does a great job of finding us out there. It's up to us to make a play."
On advice Favre has given him: "Make sure you open your eyes and expect the ball at all times. I kind of call him the Allen Iverson of football, because he might be running to the left side, and you might have a route to the right. He might throw it across his body to get it to you. You've got to make sure you're aware."
Notes: Peterson nicked his ankle in last week's win over Seattle but returned to the game. His limited participation in practice was probably a precaution.
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