Floyd Peters

Floyd Charles Peters (May 21, 1936 – August 18, 2008) was an American football defensive tackle in the National Football League and went to three Pro Bowls during his 13 year career. He played college football at San Francisco State University and was drafted in the eighth round of the 1958 NFL Draft.

Later, Peters was an assistant coach for various teams. He was defensive coordinator of the Minnesota Vikings from 1986 to 1990 where his defenses ranked number 1 in the NFL in '88 and '89 (71 sacks in '89, one short of an NFL record), and of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1991 to 1994. During this time his nickname was 'Sgt. Rock.' He was also well known in Tampa Bay for wearing bright orange pants to practice.

Peters has four sons (Craig, Allen, Dean and Kelly) and a wife, Nancy.

Coaching Timeline

 * 1974 New York Giants (DC)
 * 1975-1976 San Francisco 49ers (DC)
 * 1977-1981 Detroit Lions (DC)
 * 1982-1985 St. Louis Cardinals (DC)
 * 1986-1990 Minnesota Vikings (DC)
 * 1991-1994 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (DC)
 * 1995 Oakland Raiders (DL)