Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson suffered a calf injury in the second half of the team’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Based on his initial reaction during the game, it appeared it might be serious. However, it appears he will not miss any time.
He was officially limited in practice both on Wednesday and Thursday, and defensive coordinator Vance Joseph made a declaration to reporters after practice on Thursday.
“Pat looked fine,” he said. “He was full speed today, so he’ll play on Sunday.”
He also reiterated that fact a second time. “He’s healthy, so he’ll be out there ready to go.”
Peterson has never missed a game in his career because of an injury. The only six games he has ever missed were the six he was suspended this season to start the year.
If Joseph is right, he won’t start missing games this week.
He will have a chance to redeem himself against the 49ers. In his last outing in Week 9, he struggled. Now with a full week of preparation, he should play better.
Listen to the latest from Cards Wire’s Jess Root on his podcast, Rise Up, See Red. Subscribe on Apple podcasts or Stitcher Radio.
[protected-iframe id=”e1d0fe3745adff805885f9c1789909c9-112738498-106269283″ info=”https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/20006504/download.mp3″ ]