Career Timeline of Marcus Peters: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 27, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Marcus Peters made an impact.

Marcus Peters is a professional American football cornerback, drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the 2015 NFL draft. He played college football at the University of Washington. Throughout his NFL career, Peters has also played for the Los Angeles Rams, Baltimore Ravens, and Las Vegas Raiders. Known for his aggressive style and ball-hawking ability, he has established himself as a notable player at his position.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1992: Dana Hall Drafted

In 1992, Dana Hall was drafted. Peters became the highest defensive back drafted from Washington since Hall.

2011: Redshirted as a Freshman

In 2011, Peters was redshirted as a freshman at the University of Washington.

2012: Started Games as Redshirt Freshman

In 2012, as a redshirt freshman, Peters started eight of 13 games, recording 44 tackles, three interceptions and a touchdown.

2013: Started Games as Sophomore

In 2013, as a sophomore, Marcus Peters started 12 of 13 games and had five interceptions, 55 tackles and one sack.

December 16, 2014: Declared for 2015 NFL Draft

On December 16, 2014, Marcus Peters announced his decision to forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2015 NFL draft.

April 2, 2015: Participated at Washington's Pro Day

On April 2, 2015, Marcus Peters participated at Washington's Pro Day, but opted to stand on his combine numbers and only performed positional drills.

May 15, 2015: Signed with Kansas City Chiefs

On May 15, 2015, the Chiefs signed Marcus Peters to a four-year, $9.58 million contract that included a $5.23 million signing bonus.

December 20, 2015: Intercepted Pass for Touchdown vs Ravens

On December 20, 2015, Peters had 3 combined tackles, 4 pass deflections, 2 interceptions, and returned one interception for a 90-yard touchdown in a 34–14 win against the Baltimore Ravens.

December 22, 2015: Voted to 2016 Pro Bowl

On December 22, 2015, Marcus Peters was announced as one of three rookies voted to play in the 2016 Pro Bowl.

2015: Defensive Rookie of the Year

In 2015, Marcus Peters received honors including second-team All-Pro, Associated Press Defensive Rookie of the Year.

2015: Rookie Season Stats

In 2015, Marcus Peters recorded 60 combined tackles, 26 pass deflections, eight interceptions, two touchdowns, and a forced fumble during his rookie season.

2015: Drafted by Kansas City Chiefs

In 2015, Marcus Peters was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the NFL draft.

January 9, 2016: First NFL Playoff Game

On January 9, 2016, Marcus Peters started in his first NFL playoff game where he made four combined tackles, a pass deflection, and intercepted a pass during the AFC Wildcard Game.