HS: Graduated from Cherry Creek HS in 2011. Honorable-mention 5A All-State selection as an offensive tackle by the Denver Post. First-team All-Creek Conference as well. Ranked as the No. 19 prospect overall in the state of Colorado, according to rivals.com. Helped lead his team to a 7-4 record as they advanced to the second round of the State 5A playoffs before losing to eventual champion Mullen. Also played basketball for Cherry Creek, helping the Bruins finish 15-9 his senior season.

Personal: Born 7/8/93 in Denver, Colo. His parents are Chris and Sheryle Peterson. Intends on majoring in education or broadcast journalism