Last Updated on July 27, 2011 5:47 pm by admin
SAN DIEGO (AP) – Chargers coach Norv Turner says Eric Weddle is on the verge of becoming an elite safety in the NFL.
The 26-year-old Weddle will be paid like one after agreeing on a five-year, $40 million deal with San Diego on Wednesday. The pact guarantees Weddle $19 million. He is due $14 million this year, including a $13 million signing bonus.
A starter on AFC West champions in 2008 and 2009, Weddle led the secondary in tackles with 72 last season.