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Eric Weddle's understudy Jahleel Addae set for lead role on Chargers' defense

SAN DIEGO -- As an undrafted rookie out of Central Michigan for the San Diego Chargers in 2013, Jahleel Addae adopted one simple rule when he arrived at Chargers Park: follow veteran safety Eric Weddle.

Addae switched from running back to safety in college and didn’t have much time to work at the position, so there were a lot of nuances to pick up at the next level. Addae had a steep learning curve, and helping to bridge that cap was an All-Pro safety in Weddle.

Having the opportunity to glean information from a player like Weddle helped Addae, 26, get on the field for the Chargers early in his NFL career.