Otha Peters


Otha Peters Jr. is an American football linebacker with the CFL's Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He played college football for Louisiana-Lafayette.

College career

Peters attended Louisiana-Lafayette after transferring from the University of Arkansas where he was a 2012 SEC All-Freshman team selection. After sitting out the 2014 season following the transfer, Peters earned 2015 Honorable Mention All-Sun Belt recognition and 2016 First-Team All-Sun Belt honors for the Ragin' Cajuns.

Professional career

Seattle Seahawks

Peters signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent on May 12, 2017. He was waived by the team on September 2, 2017.

Washington Redskins

On November 13, 2017, Peters was signed to the Washington Redskins' practice squad. He was promoted on the active roster on December 12. He was waived on April 13, 2018.

Kansas City Chiefs

On August 1, 2018, Peters signed with the Kansas City Chiefs. He was waived on September 1, 2018.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

On January 6, 2020, Peters signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.