Patrick Peterson on feud with Richard Sherman: 'I'm having fun with it'

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson and Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman are arguably the two best players at their position. No one seems to like arguing about it more than the two men themselves, as Peterson and Sherman have exchanged barbs on a number of occasions.

The latest instant came Tuesday night/Wednesday morning when the two had a brief back and forth on Twitter (you can view it below) after Peterson signed a new deal that included more guaranteed money than the contract Sherman inked earlier this offseason. 

According to Peterson, the entire squabble is just a case of having a good time, at least on his part.

"I don't know how he feels about it but I think it's just fun, healthy competition," Peterson said. "I'm having fun with it. Sometimes it seems like he's a little salty about it. But it is what it is. I don't have any problems with Richard. I don't have any beef with him. I'm having fun. I don't know if he's having fun." 

The war of words between the two Pro Bowl cornerbacks has been entertaining for outsiders to observe, but also it's served as motivation for Peterson to continue improving upon his game.

"I think it's just going to make me take my game to the next level," Peterson said. "Obviously, we had our exchanges over the last month or so - obviously he's still exchanging words this morning. But like I said, it is what it is. I have no harsh feelings towards Richard, I wish him the best of luck throughout his career, throughout his season. I guess it'll be must-watch TV when we play Seattle."