Several days ago, Arizona Cardinals’ All-Pro cornerback Patrick Peterson demanded a trade after the team’s 1-6 start of the season. Now, it looks like the 28-year-old changed his mind. Peterson decided to issue a statement, saying that his trade request came out of frustration and that he indents to be part of the Cardinals’ organization “for years to come.”
“I’ve been incredibly frustrated with how the season has gone,” – said Peterson in a statement released on Twitter. “But my energy is 100% focused on being part of the solution & helping us turn this around. I’ve never shied away from a challenge before, and I’m not starting now. I have always given my all to the Cardinals organization, my teammates & fans. That is what I intend to do for the years to come. I am an Arizona Cardinal and my focus is on this week’s game.“
My statement. pic.twitter.com/FG8R7Fa0YA
— Patrick Peterson /P2 (@P2) October 24, 2018
While several NFL teams made calls to Arizona after finding out that Patrick Peterson wants out, the organization was determined not to let their best player go.
“I’ve seen the speculation. But it’s not happening. Not happening,” – said Cardinals’ owner Michael Bidwill last week.
“We’re not trading Patrick. That’s out of the question,” – coach Steve Wilks confirmed on Monday.
Patrick Peterson was selected fifth overall by Arizona Cardinals in the 2011 NFL Draft. Peterson made Pro Bowl selection each year since entering the league while receiving First-team All-Pro honors three times. His career stats include 366 tackles, 74 pass deflections, 23 interceptions, and five touchdowns.
