Why Kevin Byard is the best safety in the NFL, and why Terrell Edmunds is following in his footsteps

Oct. 23, 2023, 11:30 p.m. Sports

In a league filled with stars like Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady, it’s easy to forget about the guys in the trenches. But make no mistake, the NFL is a league of great athletes, and the best safety in the NFL is Kevin Byard of the Tennessee Titans.

Byard was a Pro Bowl selection in 2018 and 2019, and was named First-Team All-Pro in 2017. He’s only 26 years old, but he’s already established himself as one of the best at his position.

What separates Byard from the rest of the pack is his versatility. He’s equally adept at playing the deep safety position or coming up to support the run. He has 19 career interceptions, but he’s also a physical presence in the run game, with 98 tackles in 2019.

But Byard is more than just a great player, he’s a leader on the Titans defense. He takes charge of the back end of the defense, and he’s the quarterback of the secondary. His knowledge of the game and his ability to communicate with his teammates make him a valuable asset on the field.

The Titans have a young defense, and Byard is the perfect player to help lead them to success. He’s already a star, and he’s only going to get better with time.

Byard is paving the way for the next generation of safeties, and Terrell Edmunds of the Pittsburgh Steelers is following in his footsteps.

Edmunds is only 23 years old, but he’s already showing the potential to be a star in the NFL. Like Byard, Edmunds is a versatile safety who can play either the deep or the run support role. He’s also a physical presence on the field, and he’s not afraid to get his hands dirty.

Edmunds had a breakout season in 2019, with 92 tackles and 4 interceptions. He was named to the Pro Bowl, and he was a Second-Team All-Pro selection.

The Steelers are fortunate to have two great young safeties on their roster. But make no mistake, Edmunds is Byard’s heir apparent as the best safety in the NFL. He has all the same skills and attributes that make Byard great, and he’s only going to get better with time.