In this episode of Chargers Talk 4630, I take a deep dive into the role of the safety and explain why great defenses are built around players who can do it all. From stopping the run and covering elite receivers to creating turnovers and leading an entire secondary, the safety position demands intelligence, toughness, and versatility.

I also look back at some of the greatest safeties to ever play the game and explain how each one helped shape the position. Then I bring the conversation back to today’s NFL and talk about why Derwin James continues to be one of the premier safeties in football and why he remains such a valuable piece of the Chargers defense.

If you’ve ever wondered what separates a good defense from a great one, this podcast is for you.

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