With the recent drafting of Kevin Byard by the Tennessee Titans, the long history of MTSU defensive backs playing at the next level continues.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders safety Kevin Byard did not have to wait very long at the 2016 NFL Draft to hear his name called. He was the first pick of the third round, selected by the Tennessee Titans with the #64 overall pick of the draft.
For those unaware of the history at MTSU, he is one of a large group of defensive backs that found success at the professional level after playing for the Blue Raiders.