The talk around Patrick Peterson returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers remains relatively high, considering the team has yet to add an external free agent at slot cornerback.
Free agent Patrick Peterson is at a crossroads in his career. Selected with the fifth-overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, there was a time when the LSU product was one the best cornerbacks in football.
The Pittsburgh Steelers brought in eight-time Pro Bowl defensive back Patrick Peterson ahead of the 2023 season. He played both cornerback and safety, providing a veteran presence in the locker room.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are starting to get a better look at the way the roster and depth chart will pan out after the first week of Organized Team Activities (OTAs).
The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a busy offseason so far, and the major changes that they have made involve the quarterback position. The Steelers will have a new face under center next season as Kenny Pickett is gone, and Russell Wilson and Justin Fields are now with the Steelers.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Patrick Peterson recently revealed on the Jim Rome Show that he texted Mike Tomlin after the Steelers signed Russell Wilson and said, “Now you finally have a quarterback with credibility and someone you can count on being in the lineup.” Referring to last year’s quarterbacks, not Ben Roethlisberger.
The Pittsburgh Steelers made a significant move ahead of the 2023 season by bringing in eight-time Pro Bowler veteran defensive back Patrick Peterson. Known for his exceptional skills and leadership, Peterson quickly became a popular player among both fans and teammates.
The Pittsburgh Steelers decided to release veteran defensive back Patrick Peterson after just one season with the team. Despite this, Peterson has expressed hope that he can return to play under Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin in the 2024 season.
Regarding the Pittsburgh Steelers’ needs at the start of OTAs, slot cornerback ranks near the top. The team has options like Josiah Scott, Thomas Graham, and Beanie Bishop, but none of those players ring out as the answer that gives the team finality at the position.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio is home to the all-time greats of the NFL. These 30 active players entering the 2024 season have a great shot to see their bust in Canton.
The Pittsburgh Steelers made the decision to release eight-time Pro Bowler Patrick Peterson this offseason. Peterson, who joined the Steelers for the 2023 season, is now 33 and in the latter stages of his career.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have been very active this offseason, but they still have work to do.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a lot of decisions to make at cornerback. Levi Wallace, James Pierre, and Chandon Sullivan are free agents and have signed elsewhere or remain out on the market.
The Pittsburgh Steelers filled two spots in the secondary by acquiring Donte Jackson and signing DeShon Elliott. However, after releasing Patrick Peterson, the team still has no slot cornerback.
The Dolphins have already agreed to terms with OBJ, but they must make three more moves to avoid another one-and-done playoff appearance.
The Pittsburgh Steelers filled two spots in the secondary by acquiring Donte Jackson and signing DeShon Elliott. However, after releasing Patrick Peterson, there is still no slot cornerback on the team.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a lot of decisions to make at cornerback. Levi Wallace, James Pierre, and Chandon Sullivan are free agents and have signed elsewhere or remain out on the market.
The Pittsburgh Steelers filled two spots in the secondary by acquiring Donte Jackson and signing DeShon Elliott. However, after releasing Patrick Peterson, there is still no slot cornerback on the team.
The Lions have been floated as a potential landing spot for an intriguing free agent.
Patrick Peterson was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this offseason, but the cornerback still has not found a home. It’s uncharted territory for Peterson, who has spent the bulk of his career being one of the best defensive players in football.
While the 33-year-old didn’t seem to entirely reject the position change, he said he wants suitors to be completely transparent if they intend for him to change positions full-time.
One decorated defender believes he can still offer value to the Steelers.
Patrick Peterson still was doing football things, Thursday, although he currently does not have a football job. But will the former Steelers cornerback end up coming back to Pittsburgh?
The Pittsburgh Steelers are notoriously frugal when it comes to spending money in free agency. They will fill some holes on the roster with free agent additions but prefer to draft and develop their own players.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are moving on from one of the best cornerbacks in NFL history.
The Steelers are making a big move on defense, designed to free up money for other free players. They are releasing cornerback Patrick Peterson. The news is courtesy of Adam Schefter of ESPN, who quoted unnamed sources to confirm the Peterson release.
The veteran reached the 200-start plateau during his season in Pittsburgh, making 16 starts and playing in every game for the team.
The Steelers made a few cuts on Monday as they attempt to get under the salary cap ahead of free agency, but they are still projected to be $7.44M over, which means more releases are likely on the way and one could be in the form of an eight-time Pro Bowler.
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