Kevin Byard III has played a lot of football throughout his 11-NFL career.
Having played 154 games since being drafted in 2016 out of Middle Tennessee, he also understands what a defense needs to be successful. Newly added defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson's style of play and personality are well documented – the Bears’ organization knows firsthand how the veteran defensive back can get in an opposing player's head.
Former Bears wide receivers Javon Wims and Anthony Miller were both ejected after taking swings at Gardner-Johnson during the 2020 NFL season.
Not all of Gardner-Johnson's new teammates are worried about him
Some may view Gardner-Johnson's tactics as a negative, but Byard views his mentality as an asset.