The New England Patriots' Devin McCourty is one of the best in the NFL. In a recent ranking of the top safeties in the league, in fact, McCourty comes in at No. 3.
McCourty has been elected to the Pro Bowl at both cornerback and safety, and appears headed for another productive season at the back end of New England's defense.
Explains the ranking:
“There aren’t many players in pro football history who have had Pro Bowl seasons at both cornerback and safety. Ronnie Lott is the most renowned exception — Charles Woodson would be another.