The Philadelphia Eagles have made a major move to bolster their defense, acquiring two-time All-Pro safety Kevin Byard from the Tennessee Titans, according to an Associated Press source. Byard, 27, has been a standout in the NFL since being drafted in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He has been named to the Pro Bowl twice and was named first-team All-Pro in 2017 and 2018.
Byard has been one of the most consistent safeties in the league since entering the league. He has recorded at least four interceptions in each of his four seasons and has tallied at least 75 tackles in each of those seasons as well. He has also been a leader on the Titans defense, serving as a captain for the past two seasons.
The Eagles have been looking to upgrade their secondary this offseason, and they have certainly done that with the addition of Byard. He will join a talented group of defensive backs that includes Darius Slay, Avonte Maddox, and Jalen Mills. With Byard in the mix, the Eagles now have one of the best secondaries in the NFL.
Byard is also a great fit for the Eagles defense. He is a physical safety who can play both in the box and in coverage. He is also an excellent tackler and can help the Eagles defense limit big plays. The Eagles have struggled to defend against the pass in recent years, and Byard should help them improve in that area.
The addition of Byard is a great move for the Eagles and should help them take their defense to the next level. He is a proven playmaker and leader who will make an immediate impact on the team. The Eagles are now in a great position to make a run at the Super Bowl this season.
