Julian Peterson

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  • Julian Peterson is a professional football player, currently playing for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League.

    On March 14, 2009, Peterson was traded from the Seattle Seahawks to the Detroit Lions for Cory Redding and a fifth-round draft selection.ESPN.com: ... Lions' Cory Redding Traded to... Seahawks for Julian Peterson

  • Fast Facts:

    1. Full name: Julian Thomas Peterson
    2. Born: July 28, 1978
    3. Birthplace: Temple Hills, Maryland
    4. Height: 6'3"
    5. Weight: 240 lbs.
    6. Position: Defensive lineman
    7. College: Michigan State University
    8. Draft: 2000-first round (16th pick by the San Francisco 49ers)

  • College Football Career

    Peterson began his career playing college football with the Valley Forge Military Academy Trojans, recording 39.5 sacks over two seasons. He transferred to the Michigan State Spartans prior to his junior season and went on the tally 140 tackles and 25 sacks. Peterson earned an All-American selection after his senior season.

  • NFL Career

    After college, Peterson was selected 16th overall in the 2000 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers. He made his professional debut that same year, playing in 13 regular season games. After earning a starting roster spot in 2001, Peterson went on to play a total of six seasons with the 49ers. He recorded his statistically best season in 2003, with 94 tackles, seven sacks, nine pass deflections and two interceptions.NFL.com: Julian Peterson

    Prior to the 2006 season, Peterson signed as a free agent with the Seattle Seahawks. He had another break-out season that year, totaling 89 tackles, 10 sacks, five pass deflections and one interception.NFL.com: Julian Peterson

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