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Patrick Peterson’s temporary replacement might not be on the roster

Patrick Peterson has been suspended for the first six games of the regular season and the Cardinals are left searching for a temporary replacement in his absence.

First reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, cornerback Tramaine Brock will have the first shot at the starting job.

From Up to the Minute Live: The #AZCardinals are likely to give Tramaine Brock the first shot to replace suspended CB Patrick Peterson, who is expected to spend OTAs with his family. He'll be back for mandatory minicamp. pic.twitter.com/V8b6RRWiEP

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 17, 2019

The 10-year veteran cornerback was primarily a special-teams player the past two seasons with the Denver Broncos and the Minnesota Vikings.