Patrick Peterson commits to Cardinals, apologizes for trade request

Last season, it looked like Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson was preparing to push his way out of the organization. A lot has changed in a few months, though.

On Wednesday, speaking at the WM Phoenix Open’s pro-am tournament, Peterson told Cardinals fans that he was “here to stay,” and even went as far as to apologize for the trade demand he made during the season.

Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson took the mic on the 16th hole of the pro am at the @WMPhoenixOpen and apologized for asking for a trade this season and said he's "here to stay"

— Josh Weinfuss (@joshweinfuss) January 30, 2019

In late October, Peterson was reported to have wanted out “desperately.” The Cardinals did not grant his wish, instead offering him some assurances about the future as they limped to a 3-13 season. Since then, he’s been committed to the organization, and his statement Wednesday should leave no doubt as to where he stands going forward.