Eden Malone was a former linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers. In certain scenes throughout the book series, he uses his brawn to protect Kara and other people he cares about from harm. SAN FRANCISCO, CA - NOVEMBER 19: Aldon Smith #99 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after making a tackle against the Chicago Bears at Candlestick Park on November 19, 2012 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) 2012 Getty Images