Michael Peterson (American football)

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Michael Peterson
Position: Tight end
Personal information
Born: (1982-11-29) November 29, 1982 (age 39)
Atlantic, Iowa
Height:6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:247 lb (112 kg)
Career information
College: Northwest Missouri State
Undrafted: 2008
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only

Michael Peterson (born November 29, 1982) is a former American football tight end. He was signed by the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2008. [1] He played college football at Northwest Missouri State Bearcats football.

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Peterson also played for the Omaha Nighthawks.

Professional career

Green Bay Packers

Peterson was waived by the Packers on July 26, 2008.

Omaha Nighthawks

Peterson signed with the Omaha Nighthawks of the United Football League in July 2010. He was released on November 14.

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