Arrr, Marcus Peters be signin' a jolly good pact wi' them Raiders, matey! Thar be hopes, arrr!
2023-07-24
Arr, ye scurvy dogs! Legend has it, wise old matey Marcus Peters be settlin' his sails to a new port in the NFL - the mighty Las Vegas Raiders! 'Tis a one-year pact, they say, aye, a prove-it deal after a treacherous season in 2022. Avast, let's hope he finds his sea legs, arrr!
The Las Vegas Raiders have signed cornerback Marcus Peters to a one-year contract. Peters, a three-time Pro Bowler, spent the last two seasons with the Baltimore Ravens but missed the entire 2021 season due to an ACL tear. Last year, he struggled on the field, recording only one interception in 13 games, the lowest of his career. He also had a career-low in tackles and passes defended. However, Peters hopes to regain his form in Las Vegas and make an impact in the Raiders' secondary. The Raiders had one of the worst pass defenses in the league, allowing the fourth-most receiving yards per game and the fifth-most total yards last season.Peters is known for his aggressive play style, which can irritate opponents. In his rookie year with the Kansas City Chiefs, he was named Defensive Rookie of the Year after leading the league in interceptions and passes defended. He was also selected to the Pro Bowl in his first two seasons. Peters was later traded to the Los Angeles Rams before being traded again to the Ravens in 2019.
While Peters has a strong track record, he will need to prove himself after a subpar year. Playing in the competitive AFC West division will provide him with plenty of opportunities to face top receivers. Additionally, practicing against Davante Adams each week will help him sharpen his skills. Overall, the Raiders are hoping that Peters can return to his previous form and contribute to their defense in the upcoming season.