Prater attended Omaha Central High School in Omaha, Nebraska. He played mainly safety, but also saw time at wide receiver as a senior. He had 177 tackles, five interceptions, 20 passes defended, five sacks, six forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. He also had 10 carries for 185 yards along with 12 receptions for 290 yards and four touchdowns.[1]
In addition to football, he also ran track and field. He won the 400-meter dash at the 2007 Omaha South Invite with a time of 49.6 seconds.[2] At the 2007 Nebraska State High School Championships, he finished second in the 400 meters, with a career-best time of 48.52 seconds, and third in the 200 meters, with another career-best time of 21.58 seconds.[3]
College career
Prater accepted a scholarship offer from Kirk Ferentz and attended the University of Iowa where he played cornerback for the Hawkeyes. Prater was selected First-team All-Big Ten in 2010 and 2011.
On October 22, 2013, the Minnesota Vikings claimed Prater off waivers.[9] The team released him on September 4, 2015. Then signed again with the Vikings on December 8, 2015.
Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts signed Prater on September 29, 2015.[10] He was released on October 2, 2015,[11] but re-signed on October 4.[12] Prater was waived on October 20.[13]
Minnesota Vikings (second stint)
On December 8, 2015, Prater re-signed with the Vikings.[14] He was waived by the Vikings on December 14.[15]
Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos signed Prater on December 22, 2015.[16] A week later he was waived by the team without playing a single game for them.[17]
Arizona Cardinals
On February 1, 2016, Prater signed a futures contract with the Arizona Cardinals.[18] On August 29, 2016, Prater was waived by the Cardinals.[19]
