Peterson is the second former Penn State cornerback commit to flip to North Carolina.
The Nittany Lions have to beat Rutgers in the regular-season finale to clinch bowl eligibility.
The Nittany Lions have won 13 consecutive games at home against non-conference opponents.
Justin Lustig was one of 63 nominees named.
James Franklin lands his first scholarship commitment.
Four Nittany Lions are ranked No. 1 in the nation at their respective weight classes.