What happened to Corey Peters? Former Falcons DT announces retirement from NFL

Defensive tackle Corey Peters, who has spent 12 seasons with the Atlanta Falcons, Arizona Cardinals, and Jacksonville Jaguars, announced his retirement today.

Peters announced the news via Twitter and walked away from the game after a solid 12 seasons as a nose tackle. He spent five seasons with the Falcons, six with the Cardinals, and last season with the Jaguars.

He announced the news on his Twitter and Instagram, early Thursday afternoon and Tweeted:

"After much prayerful consideration I’ve decided to retire from the NFL. The last thirteen years have been incredible. I'm grateful I’ve had the chance to compete at the highest level of the game."

He continued:

"A special thank you to the Atlanta Falcons, Arizona Cardinals, and Jacksonville Jaguars for being a vital part of making my dreams come true."

When was Corey Peters drafted?

Corey Peters with the Atlanta Falcons

Corey Peters was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2010 NFL Draft and was selected in the third-round at pick number 83 overall.

He spent four seasons at the University of Kentucky and played every single year. He was part of a draft class that year that included linebacker Sean Weaherspoon and DB Dominique Franks.

Corey Peters' career earnings

Oakland Raiders v Arizona Cardinals

In 13 career seasons, Peters has made $28.6 million. As a rookie, he signed a four-year $3.4 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons. In 2014, he signed a one-year deal worth $1.6 million to remain with the team. During the 2015 season, he signed a three-year $9.15 million deal with the Arizona Cardinals.

He then inked a three-year $12 million deal with Arizona in 2017 when his contract expired. He signed a one-year deal with Arizona in 2021 worth $1.1 million and then earned $1.1 million with the Jacksonville Jaguars this past season.

Corey Peters' career stats

Corey Peters Arizona Cardinals vs San Francisco 49ers

Corey Peters never made a Pro Bowl but was always a solid nose tackle that provided depth.

In 164 career games played, he recorded 306 tackles, 19 sack, 10 pass deflections, one forced fumble, one interception, and two fumble recoveries. He also has one defensive touchdown scored in his career. He has appeared in three postseason games, recording three total tackles.

In four seasons at the University of Kentucky in college, he recorded 152 total tackles, 27 tackles for a loss, 11.5 sacks, one interception, eight pass deflections, and one forced fumble.

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