Yes, that may be a bold statement, but his play this season has made it factual.
Hayward was voted to the Pro Bowl on the AFC side along with Chris Harris, Aqib Talib and Marcus Peters. He currently leads the league with seven interceptions—two more than any other player in the league.
Hayward has brought a much needed presence to the San Diego defense, one that was inept at forcing turnovers a year ago. But has he really been the best free-agent signing of the 2016 season?
Janoris Jenkins and Olivier Vernon have been instrumental in reigniting the defense of the New York Giants.