Marcus Peters’ second straight game with two interceptions inspired some serious praise.
Among those appreciating the Chiefs cornerback and Oakland native was Derrick Johnson, a four-time Pro Bowl linebacker for Kansas City.
“They’re going to have to stop throwing to his side or he is going to have 100 interceptions,” Johnson told reporters after the Chief’s 24-3 win over the Jets on Sunday, according to Associated Press. “He’s the ultimate competitor. He’s harder on himself than anybody else. That’s the best thing about him, as a young player — he doesn’t let anything slide.”
Chiefs coach Andy Reid echoed the sentiment.
“He didn’t shy away from anybody,” Reid told reporters. “They have some good receivers on that team. He’s not going to back down at all from that.”
Johnson is particularly impressed with Peters’ ability at such a young age.
“I’ve played with a lot of really good corners,” Johnson said, “but they were not as young as Marcus.”
Peters is in his second NFL season out of Washington after starring for McClymonds High in Oakland. His two interceptions Sunday brought his career total to 12 in just 19 games.
“We let our pass rush get there, we played underneath, we let our safeties play over the top and we made plays,” Peters told reporters.
Also noteworthy is Peters’ support for the civil rights protest started by Colin Kaepernick. Peters has been raising his right fist during the national anthem.
Then, once the game starts, he raises the value of the Chiefs defense.
