What happened: Kevin Byard intercepted Jared Goff in the end zone moments before halftime to halt a Detroit scoring drive. The turnover capped a key sequence in which Byard also broke up a pass intended for Sam LaPorta.
Why it matters: The turnover preserved New England's defensive stand as Byard continued to anchor the secondary in cross-conference action. Keeping Detroit out of the end zone shifted momentum right before the teams headed into the locker room.
By the numbers: Byard has made 43 tackles with one interception in 2026 through nine games. He was originally selected in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft, 64th overall, out of Middle Tennessee.
What to watch: New England will look to carry the defensive momentum into the second half as coverage continues on FOX.