NASHVILLE – Titans safety Kevin Byard strolled out the door at Saint Thomas Sports Park wearing a black t-shirt shirt with the words: "PRAYED FOR THIS" across the front.
A night earlier, Byard had agreed to a whopping new contract with the team, which gives him security on and off the field.
"I want to start everything off, first and foremost, by thanking the most high power," Byard told reporters. "Without Him, none of this would be possible."
Byard then thanked Titans controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk, General Manager Jon Robinson, head coach Mike Vrabel, his teammates, and his family.
A third-round draft pick by the Titans in 2016, Byard reflected on how far he's come. But he also made it clear he plans to keep improving and "it's just the beginning."
"From the humble beginnings I come from, being in my dorm room or my student apartment at Middle Tennessee, I never could have imagined I'd be in this situation," Byard said. "Don't get me wrong: I prayed for it for sure, and I sat there and I envisioned it. But to see it happen and see this moment come to fruition, it is a testament of hard work. And it is a testament in believing in yourself and staying humble and understanding: 'Keep working, keep working and keep your head down and everything will work itself out. It's a blessing for sure."
Byard, who has 12 interceptions in the past two seasons, is considered one of the NFL's best safeties, and he'll now be paid like one.
Byard was named to the Pro Bowl in 2017, when he racked up eight interceptions and led the NFL in takeaways. He was also named All-Pro that season.
Byard had 96 tackles, four interceptions and two sacks in 2018. In three seasons, Byard has 246 tackles with 12 interceptions and 10 quarterback pressures.
Byard, whose contract was initially scheduled to expire after the 2019 season, smiled and said his teammates joked with him and congratulated him after learning of his deal.
"The main thing that a lot of guys have been saying is it's well deserved," Byard said. "But I want to continue to do it. That's the main thing – you see a big number and you see a big contract and my whole mindset is: I am going to earn every single dollar, every single penny. I am going to go out there and earn it for Jon and for Amy for believing in me, and I am going to keep on doing what I have been doing, which is staying humble.
"Really, nothing has changed but the change."
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FROM THE OTP: Titans All-Pro safety and former Middle Tennessee State Blue Raider Kevin Byard joined Mike Keith and Amie Wells in studio in May to talk football, family and having a baby girl on the way. Listen to the audio below
TitansOnline.com looks back at safety Kevin Byard's 2018 season. (AP Photos)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) runs to the sideline after intercepting a pass against the Baltimore Ravens in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) runs a drill during NFL football minicamp Wednesday, June 13, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football minicamp Wednesday, June 13, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. Byard is coming off an All-Pro season and the Titans upgraded their secondary by signing cornerback Malcolm Butler. Mix in veteran Logan Ryan and Adoree Jackson going into their second seasons together, and it's a group with high expectations for the season. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football minicamp Wednesday, June 13, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
FILE - In this June 13, 2018, file photo, Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football minicamp in Nashville, Tenn. Titans head coach Mike Vrabel knows exactly what he wants his team to improve on defensively for his first season as head coach: Don't give up an average of 8 1/2 points in the fourth quarter. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football minicamp Wednesday, June 13, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard stretches during the team's voluntary practice at its NFL football training facility Thursday, April 26, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football minicamp Wednesday, June 13, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. Byard is coming off an All-Pro season and the Titans upgraded their secondary by signing cornerback Malcolm Butler. Mix in veteran Logan Ryan and Adoree Jackson going into their second seasons together, and it's a group with high expectations for the season. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard, front center, intercepts a pass intended for tight end Jonnu Smith during NFL football training camp Friday, July 27, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) runs a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) gets set to run a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard shown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) in the first half during an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, in Orchard Park, New York. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) sets up for a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Titans won 9-6. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard shown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller (26) carries the ball against Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans' Jayon Brown is congratulated by Kevin Byard (31) after intercepting a pass during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Antwione Williams (56) on the field with Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) following an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018 in Nashville, Tenn. (NFL Photos via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive backs Kevin Byard (31) and Malcolm Butler (21) celebrate a play, during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Tennessee Titans offensive tackle Taylor Lewan (77) is held back by defensive back Kevin Byard (31) and linebacker Will Compton (51), during a scuffle in the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Adoree' Jackson (25) intercepts a pass intended for Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) in the end zone during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. Also defending for the Titans is defensive back Kevin Byard (31). (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football training camp Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. Byard has been called just a "fan" on Twitter by Hall of Famer Deion Sanders. Well, Byard is busy working hard for a follow-up to his second season in the NFL when he tied for the league-lead with eight interceptions earning both All Pro and Pro Bowl honors. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) waits for his turn to run a drill during NFL football training camp Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. Byard has been called just a "fan" on Twitter by Hall of Famer Deion Sanders. Well, Byard is busy working hard for a follow-up to his second season in the NFL when he tied for the league-lead with eight interceptions earning both All Pro and Pro Bowl honors. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard waits for his turn to run a drill during NFL football training camp Saturday, July 28, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard gets set to run a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) runs a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard runs a drill during NFL football training camp Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (26) celebrates after safety Kevin Byard (31) intercepted a pass against the Baltimore Ravens in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard works out prior to an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) leaves the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard celebrates after a play against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) celebrates the sacking of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler (6) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler (6) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31), strong safety Kendrick Lewis (28) and cornerback Logan Ryan (26) celebrate after a play against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) celebrates the sacking of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler (6) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle (84) is tackled by Tennessee Titans' Kenny Vaccaro (24) and Kevin Byard (31) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) walks the turf against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) walks the turf against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) warms up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler (6) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler (6) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) sacks Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler (6) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) walks the turf against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) walks the turf against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) works against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) works against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) works against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) walks the turf against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) warms up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) warms up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) works against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) warms up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) stands on the field during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 06, 2018 in Nashville,TN. (Aaron Doster via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) warms up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard warms up before an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) is hit by Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) and inside linebacker Jayon Brown (55) on a run during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 26, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Tennessee Titans' safety Kevin Byard gives a press conference after an NFL training session at Syon House, in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 19, 2018. The Tennessee Titans are preparing for an NFL regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers in London on Sunday. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) takes the field with two soldiers before an NFL football game between the Titans and the New England Patriots Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Dec. 06, 2018 in Nashville,TN. (Aaron Doster via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) takes the field with two soldiers before a Salute to Service NFL football game between the Titans and the New England Patriots Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) defends against New England Patriots tight end Dwayne Allen (83) in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans won 34-10. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard plays against the New England Patriots in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans won 34-10. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) defends against New England Patriots tight end Dwayne Allen (83) in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans won 34-10. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) breaks up a pass intended for New England Patriots tight end Jacob Hollister (47) during an NFL football game, Sunday, November 11, 2018, in Nashville, TN. The Titans won 34-10. (Paul Abell via AP)
FILE - In this Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, file photo, Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) intercepts a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (19) during the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas. The NFL fined Byard $10,026 for his dance celebration on the Cowboys star logo following an end zone interception in Monday's game. But Byard said Friday the fine was actually worth it to him, because it helped to change momentum, denying the Cowboys a possible touchdown in what eventually was a 28-14 Titans victory. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard defends during the second half of an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and Tennessee Titans in Arlington, Texas, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018. The Tennessee Titans won 28-14. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (19) fights for yards while Tennessee Titans cornerback Malcolm Butler (21) and safety Kevin Byard (31) tackle during the first half of an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and Tennessee Titans in Arlington, Texas, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018. The Tennessee Titans won 28-14. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) intercepts a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (19) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) intercepts a pass in the end zone intended for Dallas Cowboys receiver Amari Cooper (19) during a 2018 NFL week 9 regular season game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys, 28-14. (James D. Smith via AP)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) intercepts a pass in the end zone intended for Dallas Cowboys receiver Amari Cooper (19) during a 2018 NFL week 9 regular season game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys, 28-14. (James D. Smith via AP)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) intercepts a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (19) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Tennessee Titans' safety Kevin Byard gives a press conference after an NFL training session at Syon House, in Syon Park, south west London, Friday, Oct. 19, 2018. The Tennessee Titans are preparing for an NFL regular season game against the Los Angeles Chargers in London on Sunday. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) celebrates the win over Dallas Cowboys during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) intercepts a pass intended for Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (19) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) tackles Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during a 2018 NFL week 9 regular season game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys, 28-14. (James D. Smith via AP)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) waits to tackle Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during a 2018 NFL week 9 regular season game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys, 28-14. (James D. Smith via AP)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) tackles Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) during a 2018 NFL week 9 regular season game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys, 28-14. (James D. Smith via AP)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (21) intercepts a pass in the end zone intended for Dallas Cowboys receiver Amari Cooper (19) during a 2018 NFL week 9 regular season game, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. The Titans defeated the Cowboys, 28-14. (James D. Smith via AP)
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard answers questions during a news conference, Wednesday, July 25, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn., the day before NFL football training camp begins. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Titans linebacker Daren Bates (53) watches as safety Kevin Byard, left, celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Baltimore Ravens in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) in the first half during an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, in Orchard Park, New York. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Minnesota Vikings defensive back Harrison Smith (22) and Tennessee Tennessee Titans defensive back Kevin Byard (31) hug following an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018 in Nashville, Tenn. (NFL Photos via AP)
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) passes as he is pressured by Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Baltimore Ravens in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)
