Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was interviewed today on ESPN from the Pro Bowl in South Florida. Among the topics that came up were his fumbles. Peterson was charged with two in Sunday's loss to New Orleans in the NFC title game and also faulted himself for a third that happened on a bad exchange with Brett Favre. Peterson lost six of seven fumbles during the regular season.

Peterson finished the interview by picking New Orleans to win the Super Bowl.

Q. What are your thoughts about what happened on Sunday?

A. "Well, I really thought it was a hard fought game. We really didn't do the best job of crossing all our T's and dotting all our I's. Too many turnovers really cost us that game. But you have to give credit to New Orleans. Those guys fought through overtime and they came out with the win."

Q. You mentioned the turnovers and I know you shouldered the responsibility for that botched handoff in the red zone with Brett Favre. Although you're widely considered the best running back in the NFL people have made a lot of your tendency to put the ball on the ground. Is that something that concerns you and can you change that?

A. "No, it's not [anything] that really concerns me at all. It's something I look forward to working on more during the offseason. Especially with my running style, how I run so aggressive. The majority of time guys are hitting at the ball instead of trying to hit me. That's something that I'm just more aware of now and I'll do a better job coming into [next season]."

Q. Do you think Brett Favre will be back?

A. "It will be wonderful if he does come back. Obviously, he can still play the game. It's a long season and I'm sure there's wear and tear on his body. But I don't know. With Brett it's 50-50. We'd love to have him back for two years. I say that because maybe he'll hear that and think about one and it won't sound too bad. But I don't know, we'll see. We'll welcome him with open arms if he does."

Q. What would you tell him if you had a chance to talk to him about it?

A. "You know what you'll definitely be coming back into as far as far as the situation offensively and defensively. So many different skill guys. I don't think I can tell him anything that he doesn't know already to be honest. He knows the talent we have on both sides of the ball and he knows how we worked with him in there. So it will be his decision."

Q. If he does not return there is some speculation that the Vikings could maybe look to Donovan McNabb, perhaps trade for him. Is that something you would like to see the team go in that direction or would you like to see them turn the job over to Tarvaris Jackson?

A. "I don't know. I hadn't heard that [about the McNabb rumors]. That was breaking news to me but I'm sure our organization and our coaching staff they will do a good job of bringing in whoever, and whatever position, to help this team and to accomplish the ultimate goal and that's getting to the Super Bowl. I'll just make sure during this time I take care of my job, prepare myself to be the best player and help my team."

Q. How do you feel about the Pro Bowl being held a week before the Super Bowl in the Super Bowl city? (It had been held in Hawaii after the Super Bowl.)

A. "I don't know, it's kind of 50-50 the way I look at it. I would prefer it after the Super Bowl. Give those guys that are participating the opportunity to come and join the festivities. Hawaii, definitely that's on a different scale. I know some guys, this is their first year of making it here and I'm sure they would rather be in -- there's nothing wrong with Miami -- but I'm sure they would rather be in Hawaii with their family and enjoy that new experience. So, whichever route [the league goes] it's just an honor to be here."