As the NFC North heats up in Week 14, the Chicago Bears enter with momentum, riding a five-game winning streak, thriving both at home (4-1) and on the road (5-2). And while much of the spotlight falls on the quarterbacks and offensive fireworks this week, the game could hinge on a defensive presence capable of flipping the script in one snap.
Enter Kevin Byard, a 32-year-old wily veteran with nearly a decade in the league, whose name may not dominate headlines, but whose impact is undeniable.
Peeling back the layers a bit, he already has six interceptions, including two over the last three games, consistently showing the knack for reading quarterbacks and disrupting timing.