Foreword by Kyle Whittingham! Eric Weddle has developed a reputation as one of the NFL's best defensive minds, a fundamentally sound tackling machine, and a reliable last line of defense in the secondary for the San Diego Chargers. Prior to the 2011 season, the Chargers made Eric one of the highest paid safeties in league history by signing him to a five-year, $40 million contract. “Honestly, who would have ever thought I would be at where I am today?” Eric said. “I was a kid who loved sports, who struggled, who was benched, who was injured, but I didn't let the little things get me down. The little things don't affect who I am or what I'm about, but they drive me to do better. To get better today, you must demand more than you did yesterday. Winners pay the price to reach their goals.” Weddle's story is about overcoming adversity and accomplishing impossible dreams. It's about an athlete who surprised his family and friends by joining the Mormon church, and about how his faith has continued to bless his life. It's a story about epic wins and devastating losses, confidence and character. It's a story of a man who values his family above all else. In short, it's a story about living each day with no excuses and no regrets.<BR><BR>“Eric's story demonstrates that you don't have to be the biggest, the strongest or fastest to defy odds and achieve your goals.”<BR>Adam Schefter, NFL Insider for ESPN<BR><BR>“It's nice to read the stories of top draft picks that were supposed to be good. It's better to read about guys like Eric Weddle who through hard work and passion grew to dominate his position in the league.”<BR> – Darren Rovell, ESPN sports business reporter<BR><BR>“If you are as impressed as I am by Eric Weddle 'the player and leader', you will be even more so by the view of Eric Weddle 'the person and father' that you gain from No Excuses, No Regrets.”<BR> – Alex Marvez, Senior NFL Writer, FOXSports.com<BR><BR>“Eric Weddle has been a pillar of the NFL community, exemplary on the field and off. His story is one of dedication and perseverance and he rose to become one of the dominant safeties in the game, silencing detractors and becoming one the cornerstones of the Chargers organization. Football fans everywhere will enjoy his tale.”<BR> – Jason La Canfora, NFL Insider for CBS