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Peterson recorded two tackles (one solo) and an interception in Saturday's 34-11 win over Cincinnati. The Steelers are dealing with a depleted secondary, so the team tabbed Peterson to slide from his usual cornerback role to starting safety. The veteran handled his second career game at the position well, playing 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps and picking off a Jake Browning pass to squelch the Bengals' first drive of the contest. Minkah Fitzpatrick (knee) is reportedly looking at a multi-week absence, and Damontae Kazee (suspension) is out for the remainder of the regular season, so Peterson may be asked to start at safety again next Sunday versus Seattle.
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Peterson is likely to see more time at safety in Week 16 against the Bengals, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports. The Steelers are set to be without Damontae Kazee (suspension), Minkah Fitzpatrick (knee) and Trenton Thompson (neck) for Saturday's matchup, leaving them very shorthanded at both safety spots. Peterson has primarily played at outside corner opposite Joey Porter, but he could shift to safety in the short term. In addition to increasing his own opportunity to make tackles, the shift in role will simultaneously boost the playing time of Levi Wallace at corner.
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The Steelers and Peterson agreed to terms on a two-year, $14 million contract contract Monday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. Peterson turns 33 this summer and reportedly wants to play at least two more seasons. After spending 10 seasons with the Cardinals, Peterson started 30 games for the Vikings over the last two years. He's no longer an elite shutdown corner, but Peterson provides solid coverage on the outside.
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Peterson had six total tackles in Sunday's win over Green Bay. Peterson nearly got burned on the team's first defensive play, as Christian Watson got by him deep but dropped an easy 75-yard touchdown reception. Peterson settled down thereafter but gave up four receptions on six targets for 51 yards, according to Pro Football Focus.
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The Vikings activated Peterson (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday. Peterson missed Week 13's divisional loss to the Lions as a result of his placement on the COVID list. However, the veteran should be available to handle his usual every-down role during Thursday's matchup against the Steelers.
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