Michael Peterson (born November 29, 1982) is a former

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2008."Packers prospect: Mike Peterson" Fox Sports, http://gnb.scout.com/a.z?s=61&p=2&c=761140&ssf=1&RequestedURL=http://gnb.scout.com/2/761140.html He played

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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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1982 births Living people People from Atlantic, Iowa Players of American football from Iowa American football tight ends Northwest Missouri State Bearcats football players Green Bay Packers players Omaha Nighthawks players {{tightend-1980s-stub