One reason he’s so high is because he’s been great at intercepting passes, often in key situations. He has five when lined up on the outside, and an additional pick from the slot. That’s an interception on 1 percent of his coverage snaps, which is only bested by Trumaine Johnson, Marcus Peters, and A.J. Bouye. Those interceptions include one returned for a touchdown, one occurring in the end zone, and another that clinched a victory for the Chargers. He’s also been great at preventing completions, thanks to his close coverage. This is where Desmond Trufant and Richard Sherman excel, and Verrett has had close coverage just as consistently as they have. He has allowed a completion on just 56 percent of passes thrown his way. Even after he’s allowed a reception, Verrett has been among the best at making a play after the catch. Of the completions Verrett has allowed, 58.8 percent of them have gone for fewer than 10 yards. Only Domonique Rodgers-Cromartie, Adam Jones, and Chris Harris Jr. h...