Kevin Byard set to earn $7 million with Patriots in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
New England Patriots safety Kevin Byard is under contract for the 2026 NFL season, following a one-year, $7 million deal signed this offseason. Byard earned all $7 million, including a prorated $3.5 million signing bonus. Alongside his $680,000 roster bonus and $150,000 workout bonus, he has a chance to earn an additional $2 million in playing time incentives. Byard previously led the league in interceptions with seven while playing for the Chicago Bears in 2025.
- •Byard signed a one-year, $7 million deal with the Patriots.
- •He earned a prorated signing bonus of $3.5 million.
- •Byard tallied seven interceptions in 2025 with the Bears.
- •He can earn $2 million in playing time incentives this season.
- •Byard is expected to contribute significantly to the Patriots' defense.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — How much money will Patriots safety Kevin Byard earn in 2026?
"Assessing Patriots safety Kevin Byard's current contract heading into the 2026 season.
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