Greg Peterson

"For the Canadian football player of the same name see Greg Peterson (Canadian football)."

Infobox NFLactive


currentteam=Tampa Bay Buccaneers
currentnumber=96
currentposition=Defensive tackle
birthdate=birth date and age|1984|1|21
birthplace=Kenansville, North Carolina
heightft=6
heightin=5
weight=286
debutyear=2007
debutteam=Tampa Bay Buccaneers
college=North Carolina Central
draftyear=2007
draftround=5
draftpick=141
pastteams=
* Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2007-present)
status=Active
nfl=PET291356

Greg Peterson (born January 21 1984 in Kenansville, North Carolina) is an American football defensive tackle for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League. He was originally drafted by the Buccaneers in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He played college football at North Carolina Central.

Early years

Peterson played high school football at East Duplin High School in North Carolina. During his senior year he was named all-conference, all-state, was East Duplin’s Male Athlete of the Year and the teams Most Valuable Player.

College career

Peterson played college football at North Carolina Central University. During his senior year he was named an All-American and Black College All-American. He finished his college career with 104 tackles, 10.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and one interception. His coach claimed him as one of many great young athletes to come.

Professional career

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Peterson was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He recorded his first career sack on September 30, 2007.

External links

* [http://buccaneers.com/team/playerdetail.aspx?player=Peterson,Greg,96 Tampa Bay Buccaneers bio]