Eric Weddle

Eric Weddle is a free safety for the San Diego Chargers of the U.S. National Football League. He is a convert to the Mormon Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, having joined the Church while playing football for the University of Utah.

Weddle was always a pleasant, clean living kid, and a natural-born leader. He was born in Fontana, California, on January 4, 1985, to Steve and Debbie Weddle, members of the Lutheran Church. In high school, Weddle played baseball, basketball, and football, lettering in all three sports. In high school, he was already showing his versatility on the football field. He was a three-time All-League selection and a two-time All-CIF selection. He was team captain and was named the team’s Best Receiver and MVP as a senior.