Veteran cornerback Patrick Peterson is being released by the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. The eight-time Pro Bowler spent one season in the Steel City, racking up 42 tackles, 11 passes defended, and two interceptions. Overall, he has 36 interceptions in 201 NFL games. Although he's beyond his prime and hasn't made a Pro Bowl since 2018, there could be a few teams interested in bringing him in as a veteran depth corner on a cheap deal. The 2011 first-round pick can likely continue his career if he chooses to do so.
Steelers Bring In Patrick Peterson On Two-Year Deal
The Pittsburgh Steelers are giving former Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson a two-year deal on Monday, according to a source. Peterson wants to play two more seasons, so he's expected to finish his career in Pittsburgh. The signing helps make up for the loss of Cameron Sutton in free agency after he landed with the Detroit Lions on Monday. Peterson isn't an elite shutdown cornerback heading into his age-33 campaign. He made the Pro Bowl in his first eight NFL seasons, but Father Time has taken a toll on him in recent years. Peterson had a bounce-back campaign in 2022 with Minnesota, recording a career-high 66 tackles (56 solo), five interceptions and 15 passes defensed in 17 regular season starts.
The Minnesota Vikings signed free-agent defensive back Patrick Peterson to a one-year, $4 million base value deal on Wednesday. The contract includes $3.5 million guaranteed. He racked up 45 tackles, five pass defenses, an interception and a touchdown over 13 games for the Vikings in 2021. The 31-year-old missed four games last season due to a hamstring injury but played 98 percent of the snaps when he was active. Peterson brings some stability to Minnesota's secondary and will start opposite Cameron Dantzler.
The Minnesota Vikings could be interested in bringing back defensive back Patrick Peterson for the 2022 season. The eight-time Pro Bowl corner has been in talks with the organization after playing last season in Minnesota. Although, Peterson set five career-lows during his time with the Vikings in 2021. Despite that, Peterson only allowed two touchdowns and finished with a 78.7 passer rating in coverage. The Vikings could still use another option opposite Cameron Dantzler. The 31-year-old could be a possible fit for Minnesota.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson has been activated from the COVID-19 list after missing Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. The veteran is on track to return to action on Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are coming off a 20-19 win over the Baltimore Ravens. Peterson will likely be seeing a lot of Diontae Johnson in Week 14, so he will have his work cut out for him in his return to action. The Vikings need all the help they can get on defense after surrendering 29 points to the Lions in Week 13, as they were without some of their top defensive players which includes Eric Kendricks, Anthony Barr, Everson Griffen, and Danielle Hunter.
The Minnesota Vikings activated cornerback Patrick Peterson (hamstring) from Injured Reserve for the Week 11 game against the Green Bay Packers. Peterson missed the last three games with his hamstring injury, but he'll return on Sunday to try and help the Vikings secondary slow down Aaron Rodgers and Company. It's unclear if the 31-year-old will be primarily tasked with covering Packers No. 1 receiver Davante Adams, but Peterson's return is certainly good news for Minnesota's defense in this big divisional matchup. Peterson has recorded 13 tackles (eight solo) and two passes defensed in six games so far with the Vikings. His return alone won't make fantasy managers want to use the Vikings defense in fantasy this week, though.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson (hamstring) will be placed on injured reserve after exiting Week 6 early with what was described as "cramps." Peterson will be held out for at least three games, so Minnesota's pass defense takes a bit of a hit without their No. 1 cornerback. Mackensie Alexander and Bashaud Breeland will be relied upon in his absence, so the Vikings' secondary becomes a more appealing matchup for opposing wide receivers. Their hands will be full after the Week 7 bye, as they host Amari Cooper, CeeDee Lamb, and the Dallas Cowboys in Week 8 on Sunday night Football.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Patrick Peterson (cramps) was carted off the field in the fourth quarter of his game against the Carolina Panthers. The Vikings quickly Tweeted that his quick absence was just due to cramps and that he is questionable to return. The 31-year-old most likely just needed some quick medical attention and will return next week against the Detroit Lions. Peterson has had a nice season and has been the cornerstone to an already depleted Vikings secondary, so his return is vital to the team.
The Minnesota Vikings signed Pro Bowl cornerback Patrick Peterson to a one-year deal worth $10 million on Thursday. The perennial All-Pro cornerback and former Arizona Cardinal will join a Vikings defense that was routinely shredded in 2020. Peterson may not be the elite shutdown corner he was earlier in his career with the Cardinals, but he did play very well late last season and will be a big upgrade to Minnesota's secondary in 2021. The 30-year-old has allowed over 100 yards to an opposing wideout in just one game since the 2015 season, according to Pro Football Focus. Peterson has also missed just six games in his 10-year career, proving to be extremely durable. The eight-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro had 61 combined tackles (52 solo), three interceptions and eight passes defensed in his final season with Arizona in 2020.
Patrick Peterson Hasn't Discussed Contract With Cardinals
Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson said he hasn't really had any contract talks with the team as he enters the final year of his current deal. "I feel I have a lot to prove," Peterson said. He also said he would love to stay with one team in his career and praised the organization. The 29-year-old was suspended for the first six games of 2019 and was a bit rusty upon his return. He finished with 53 tackles (46 solo), two interceptions, seven passes defensed and one forced fumble in his 10 games. The Cardinals have potential on defense with some playmakers in the middle of the field, but they'll need Peterson to return to his All-Pro form in order to make some noise in a loaded NFC West division.
