Steelers' Patrick Peterson: Picks off pass in Week 16 win
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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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Steelers' Patrick Peterson: Likely to see time at safety
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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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Steelers' Patrick Peterson: Heads to Steelers on two-year pact
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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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Vikings' Patrick Peterson: Six tackles in season opener
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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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Vikings' Patrick Peterson: Comes off COVID list
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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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Vikings' Patrick Peterson: Activated by Vikings
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Peterson (hamstring) was activated from injured reserve by the Vikings on Saturday.
Peterson returned to the practice field Wednesday, and he'll be back in game action Sunday against the Packers following a three-game absence. Across his first six appearances of the season, the 31-year-old logged 13 tackles (eight solo) and two pass defenses.
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Vikings' Patrick Peterson: Carted off field Sunday
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Peterson (foot) was carted off the field Sunday against the Panthers, according to Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
Peterson had to be helped off the field, and while he wasn't putting any weight on his right foot initially, the situation improved as he got closer to the sideline. Ultimately, he had to be carted off to the locker room, and while no official designation has been given, he isn't likely to return before the end of the contest.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Nabs three more interceptions
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Peterson had 61 tackles (52 solo), eight pass defenses and three interceptions in 16 games during the 2020 campaign.
In his age-30 season, Peterson notched his most tackles since he was a rookie back in 2011 and also recorded at least three picks for the fifth time in his noted 10-year career. He isn't nearly the player he was during his prime, when he earned three first-team All-Pro bids (2011, 2013 and 2015). Still, the upcoming unrestricted free agent could get one more lucrative deal based on name recognition alone.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Will suit up Sunday
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Peterson (calf) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against San Francisco, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports..
Peterson put in two limited practices during the week before logging a full one Friday. He should see a full slate of snaps against the 49ers.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Considered day-to-day
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Coach Kliff Kingsbury called Peterson (calf) day-to-day on Monday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Peterson was forced out of Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers in the fourth quarter due to a calf issue, but he appears to have a shot at suiting up Week 11 versus the 49ers. A decision on the veteran cornerback's availability will likely come down to how well he reacts after a full week of practice. The Cardinals have a bye around the corner Week 12, so the team could also opt to rest Peterson and allow him two weeks of recovery.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Nabs first INT
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Peterson recorded six tackles (five solo), a pass breakup and an interception in Sunday's 31-9 loss to the Saints.
Peterson ended the Saints' first possession of the second half by picking off a deep pass from Drew Brees intended for fullback Zach Line. This was Peterson's first interception of the year in his second game. His lockdown presence will be important as the Cardinals face Emmanuel Sanders and George Kittle twice over the next three weeks, including Thursday's game against the 49ers.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Impressive following suspension
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Peterson produced seven solo tackles, a sack and a forced fumble in Sunday's 27-21 win over the Giants.
After serving a six-game suspension for violating the league's PED policy, Peterson generated a solid stat line. However, he'll have a tough matchup on deck in Week 8 against the Saints, especially if Drew Brees (thumb) returns.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Trade rumors shot down
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Arizona GM Steve Keim noted Friday "we are not trading Patrick Peterson," Kevin Zimmerman of 98.7 Arizona Sports reports.
Keim called Peterson a "player in his prime," and he talked up the veteran cornerback's impact on the field and in the locker room. Peterson was reinstated to the Cardinals' 53-man roster this week after being suspended for the first six games of the season, and he's set to reprise his role as the team's top cornerback. The three-time All-Pro will provide a huge boost to the team's secondary, which has struggled to provide reliable coverage in his absence.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Committed to Cardinals
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Peterson announced his commitment to the Cardinals for 2019 and beyond Wednesday at the Waste Management Phoenix Open Pro-Am, Kyle Odegard of the team's official site reports. "I just want to apologize to everybody for asking for that trade in the middle of the season," Peterson said. "I'm here to stay, baby."
Peterson was referencing his trade request just before the deadline in late October. The rumors were quashed quickly, but with the Cardinals 1-6 at the time under new coach Steve Wilks, it was a telling vote of no confidence in the new staff and Peterson's role in the 4-3 scheme. Wilks since has been replaced by Kliff Kingsbury, whose hiring of Vance Joseph as defensive coordinator guarantees a return to the 3-4 alignment in which Peterson thrived the first seven years of his career. Peterson thus will return to facing top wide receivers in man-to-man coverage. During the aforementioned seven-year run, he averaged 10.3 passes defended and three interceptions per season, which fell off to five and two, respectively, in 2018.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Puts rest to trade rumors
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Peterson released a statement Wednesday on his personal Twitter account pledging his commitment to the Cardinals amid ongoing trade speculation. "My energy is 100 percent focused on being part of the solution and helping us [the Cardinals] turn this around," the statement read. "I've never shied away from a challenge before and I'm not starting now. I am an Arizona Cardinal, and my focus is on this week's game."
While the trade market for the star cornerback has been active so far, it sounds like Peterson hopes to stay put in Arizona ahead of the Oct. 30 deadline. Across the Cardinals' seven games this season, Peterson has registered 35 stops (29 solo), two interceptions, a sack and a fumble recovery.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Asking for trade
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Peterson has requested a trade, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Peterson surely knew his team was headed for a rebuilding campaign but probably didn't expect things to get this bad. It now looks like a multi-season project, which is a tough pill to swallow for a 28-year-old cornerback with a contract that runs through 2020. Schefter reports that the Cardinals still don't intend to trade Peterson.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Snags second INT of season
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Peterson made six solo tackles, one pass breakup and one interception in Thursday's 45-10 loss to the Broncos.
Peterson ranked third on the team in tackles and forced the team's only turnover. The 28-year-old corner has two of the team's six interceptions now, and he'll look to add to the total in Week 8 against C.J. Beathard, who has thrown five interceptions in three starts this season.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Won't be traded
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Coach Steve Wilks said trade rumors about Peterson were, "ludicrous," Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Peterson was seen hugging GM Steve Keim prior to the game leading to trade speculation, but apparently that is just a pregame ritual, according to the player. In what seems like another losing season in Arizona, it might be wise for the team to explore trade options for their star cornerback. Nevertheless, it seems the 28-year-old will stay put for the time being.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: First interception of season
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Peterson recorded eight tackles (six solo), an interception and a pass defensed across 72 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Rams.
Peterson finished the game tied for the most tackles on the team and with his first interception of the season. The interception came with the Rams driving, when Jared Goff rolled to his right and tried to sneak a throw past Peterson. However, he did not track Brandin Cooks for the entire game, as Cooks ended the contest with seven receptions for 159 yards.
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Cardinals' Patrick Peterson: Logs sack in loss
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Peterson recorded one solo tackle and one sack in Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Redskins.
The Cardinals struggled defensively to contain Alex Smith, as the quarterback passed for 255 yards and two touchdowns. However, Peterson was able to reach Smith once during the contest, his first sack since the 2014 season.
