Patrick Peterson, the former Arizona Cardinals cornerback, will join the team's Ring of Honor in the future. He announced his retirement from the NFL as a Cardinal, having been the fifth overall pick in the 2011 draft and making significant contributions during his decade-long career with the team, earning eight Pro Bowl selections and three first-team All-Pro honors. Despite some turbulent moments, including a trade request in 2018 and a suspension for PED use in 2019, Peterson remained committed to the idea of returning to the Cardinals and being recognized among the franchise's legends.
While Peterson's induction timing remains uncertain, he expressed a desire to wait until after Larry Fitzgerald's potential entry into the Ring of Honor. Fitzgerald, a Cardinals icon, has yet to be inducted, likely preferring to coincide his honor with his eventual Hall of Fame induction. Once Fitzgerald's recognition occurs, it is anticipated that Peterson will follow suit, solidifying his place in the team's Ring of Honor alongside other esteemed figures.