UPDATE - March 27, 2014 - Peterson has made the 24-man roster for the New Orleans VooDoo, as announced by the team's website. Peterson is one of four offensive lineman on the roster. New Orleans opened its season with a 62-57 loss at Tampa Bay and will open its home schedule on Saturday against the Cleveland Gladiators. New Orleans plays its home games at the Smoothie King Center, adjacent to the Mercedes-Benz SuperDome. The Smoothie King Center is also home to the NBA's New Orleans Pelicans.

The VooDoo will be featured on ESPN's AFL Game of the Week twice this season:
 

Monday, July 7	8:30 PM (ET)	Pittsburgh Power at New Orleans Voodoo	ESPN2
Monday, July 14	8:00 PM (ET)	New Orleans VooDoo at Jacksonville Sharks	ESPN2

Wheaton, Ill. - Jesse Peterson, a December 2013 graduate of Wheaton College, has been signed to an Arena Football League contract for the upcoming 2014 season. Peterson, an offensive lineman, has been assigned to play for the New Orleans Voodoo. New Orleans will start its season on March 14 at the Tampa Bay Storm.

Peterson played four seasons at Wheaton from 2009-12. He was a tight end for the Thunder in his first two seasons and moved to the offensive line for his junior and senior campaigns. He earned All-CCIW recognition at offensive tackle in 2012.

In the Spring of 2013, Peterson was invited by the NFL to participate at its Super Regional Combine event following strong showings at Northwestern University's Pro Day and at the NFL Regional Combine held at the Chicago Bears' Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Illinois. Peterson measured in at 6' 4" and 303-pounds at the events and was cited by scouts for his sound technique and measurables. Through the years, 18 Wheaton Football players have signed professional contracts.