The Pittsburgh Steelers are seeing one of their former starters hang up his cleats for good. While he only spent a small majority of his career with Pittsburgh, his impact was felt immediately.
BREAKNG: Steelers Starter Suddenly Announces Retirement After 13 Years (Report)
One last time, Patrick Peterson is coming home. On Monday, the veteran cornerback announced that he will officially retire as a Cardinal. It is a fitting end to a 13-year journey, as it takes him back to the team that drafted him fifth overall 13 years ago:
Peterson, now 34, announced on Instagram earlier this week, writing, “It was nothing like taking flight with the bird gang on Sundays. See you next week @azcardinals.” The Cardinals quickly confirmed, revealing he will hold a press conference at 10:30 a.m. on Monday.
Peterson’s career began with a bang in Arizona, where he quickly earned a reputation as one of the NFL’s most dependable and dynamic defensive backs. He made eight consecutive Pro Bowl appearances from 2011 through 2018 and became a cornerstone of the Cardinals’ defense for a decade.
After ten seasons in Arizona, Peterson joined the Minnesota Vikings in 2021 and later signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played all 17 games for the Steelers during the 2023 season before the organization released him in March 2024. He did not sign with another team after that.
Across 201 regular-season games, Peterson tallied 36 interceptions and returned two for touchdowns. While a Super Bowl ring eluded him, his consistency and durability made him one of the most respected cornerbacks of his era. Many within league circles view him as a strong Hall of Fame candidate.
Fans immediately reacted to this news:
