
Patriots' revamped secondary eyeing NFL's top spot with Byard
After a 2025 defensive overhaul that included several signings and a coaching shift, New England added safety Kevin Byard to pair with developing corner Craig Woodson and standout Christian Gonzalez. The result could be the NFL’s best secondary heading into 2026, with Byard guiding the back end and complementing a group that already looked strong in the postseason.
