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Green Bay Packers: 3 free agent safeties to target

By Paul Bretl

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 30: Adrian Amos #38 of the Chicago Bears reacts after an incomplete pass to Stefon Diggs #14 of the Minnesota Vikings turns the ball over on downs in the fourth quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 30, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 30: Adrian Amos #38 of the Chicago Bears reacts after an incomplete pass to Stefon Diggs #14 of the Minnesota Vikings turns the ball over on downs in the fourth quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 30, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) /
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GREEN BAY, WI – SEPTEMBER 10: Earl Thomas #29 of the Seattle Seahawks reacts after a third quarter touchdown reception by Jordy Nelson #87 of the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on September 10, 2017 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

Given how his time ended with the Seattle Seahawks, we can say with almost certainty that Earl Thomas will not be back with them in 2019.

Unfortunately for Thomas, his 2018 season was ended because of a broken leg. During his career, Thomas hasn’t missed many games due to injury until recently. From 2010 to 2015, Thomas didn’t miss a game but he was out for five games in 2016 and two more in 2017.

Even with his recent injuries and being 29-years-old, there isn’t much to be concerned about when it comes to Thomas’ play on the field.

Over the course of 14 games in 2017, Thomas recorded 88 total tackles, seven pass deflections, and two interceptions. While in just four games during 2018, he posted 22 total tackles, five pass deflections, and three interceptions.

Thomas’ strengths as a safety are patrolling the deep middle portion of the field, which makes the opposing team reluctant to take those deep shots and his ability as a tackler. An area this Green Bay Packers defense desperately needs assistance in.

Last season, Seattle wasn’t willing to give Thomas the contract extension he requested but given his play on the field, he still warrants a multi-year deal.

On the open market, safeties haven’t been commanding the same value as in past years, so we will have to see if Thomas is offered what he thinks he deserves.

Bringing in Thomas would add a veteran presence to a young secondary and would be a great addition to the practice field and in the film room for the Green Bay Packers.

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