Top 5 Defensive Backs

1) Eric Weddle, FS, SD, 3years experienceWeddle established himself as a top fantasy player last year. His numbers rival that of a middle linebacker. His 105 solo tackles were better than all but Patrick Willis and Jon Beason, and his tackle totals keep him in the top five overall defensively. While slightly disappointing from an interception point of view, with only one all year in 2008, that number should improve with the return of Shawne Merriman and an improved pass rush causing more errant throws into the secondary. He holds down the top spot because of his speed and ability to read and react to plays and his sure tackling skills.2) Gibril Wilson, FS, MIA, 6 years experienceWilson's move from Oakland to Miami will allow him to move back to his natural Free Safety Position opposite Yeremiah Bell, the established Strong Safety in Miami. His 129 total tackles last year ranks him 7th in the NFL in that category, and moving back to Free Safety with a true Strong Safety lined up ...