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Patrick Peterson is staying ready in case any NFL teams come calling ... and he tells TMZ Sports he's "definitely" open to wrapping up his stellar career with one final stop in Arizona!!
Peterson was the 5th overall pick to the Cardinals in the 2011 NFL Draft ... and became one of the greatest defensive players of his time.
He earned numerous accolades while in AZ ... including eight Pro Bowl selections and multiple records with the franchise.
After brief stints with the Vikings and Steelers, Peterson became a free agent in 2023 .