Patrick Peterson

Patrick Peterson (born July 11, 1990) is an American football cornerback and return specialist for the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the Cardinals fifth overall in the 2011 NFL Draft. He played college football at Louisiana State University, where he earned All-American honors.

Early years

Peterson was born in Pompano Beach, Florida on July 11, 1990. He attended Blanche Ely High School, where he played running back and defensive back for the Blanche Ely Mighty Tigers high school football team. In his junior campaign he recorded 11 total touchdowns on offense, while recording seven interceptions and 54 tackles on defense. He also returned three kick-offs for touchdowns and added 10 rushes for 213 yards. As a senior, Peterson compiled 733 yards rushing and 11 touchdowns (9 rushing, one kick return and one punt return). Defensively, he had 21 tackles and five interceptions. Besides numerous All-American team selections, Peterson was named Defensive Player of the Year by USA Today and played in the 2008 U.S. Army All-American Bowl.