At 32 years old last season, Baltimore Ravens safety Eric Weddle tied for second overall with six interceptions as one of the league’s smartest defenders and a natural playmaker along the back line.
For so long, the Seattle Seahawks’ Earl Thomas has been considered the game’s premier free safety, even though Weddle’s play has been on par. The difference lies in Thomas’ sideline-to-sideline speed, while Weddle is a more versatile performer.
The veteran defensive back shifted to strong safety upon his arrival in Baltimore. He switched between free and strong safety this past season after Tony Jefferson’s acquisition.