Eric Weddle

Eric Steven Weddle (born January 4, 1985) is an American football free safety for the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Utah, where he was recognized as a consensus All-American, and was drafted by the Chargers in the second round of the 2007 NFL Draft.

Weddle is considered to be one of the best safeties in the NFL. He has been named to the Pro Bowl three times, and has been honored as an All-Pro five times.

Early years

Weddle was born in Fontana, California. He grew up in Alta Loma, California, and attended local Alta Loma High School. At Alta Loma High, he lettered in football, basketball, and baseball. In football, he was a three-time all-league selection and a two-time All-CIF selection.

Weddle added first-team all-area accolades from the Los Angeles Times and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin. A second-team All-Southern Section honoree, he also received all-region honors from Rivals.com and Student Sport Magazine. He was named the team's best receiver and most valuable player as a senior.