OLB Kayvon Thibodeux on the defense’s performance: ‘Guys are just stepping up’

SPEAKER_1 (0:00)

I think since the first day, Arbell, joined the team, you know, just took a picture of him.

Kayvon Thibodeaux (0:04)

I knew, me personally, when I seen him play, I'm like, this dude's gonna be, he got a chance to be rookie of the year. And if not one of the best defensive players, you know, in the league. So seeing him play great, I mean, that's what he does every day.

SPEAKER_3 (0:14)

What did you say to him on the sidelines today? Say it again. On the sidelines today, in between like plays. What did I say to him?

SPEAKER_1 (0:19)

Yeah.

Kayvon Thibodeaux (0:20)

Oh, just keep going, I mean, he was focused. Laser focused, excitement, energy. He doing it all, he's doing it all.

SPEAKER_3 (0:27)

You probably left here at times, walked off the field and got heckled by fans here. Was it fun to have it be quiet as you were leaving?

Kayvon Thibodeaux (0:35)

No, I think Eagles fans will always heckle. They was heckling out there even after the loss, you know. But I think for me, this one was more for the Giants fans. So, you know, Giants fans can be proud, you know, to come to the link when we play, represent, we're all blue, you know, and show up for the team.

SPEAKER_4 (0:50)

Speaking of division rivals, you played three games in the NFC East and you're unbeaten in those three games. How significant is that to you?

Kayvon Thibodeaux (0:56)

Man, that's a blessing. I mean, you know, you try not to think about the past. We got, you know, a quick turnaround game coming up this week. So we're just focusing on getting better.

SPEAKER_4 (1:05)

What's the best way to heal up and get ready for Washington?

Kayvon Thibodeaux (1:07)

Sleep. Go get some sleep.

SPEAKER_3 (1:09)

Yes, sir.

SPEAKER_5 (1:09)

It feels like the defense has made stops, whether it's, you know, De'Von's pick, De'Yontay's pick, today, Jarius's sack. What does it say about this defense where you guys are finding ways to get those stops when you need to?

Kayvon Thibodeaux (1:21)

I think guys are just stepping up. You know, like you say, you named 10 different guys that are making plays and I think as long as guys continue to believe in themselves, no matter what the role is, they'll continue to shine when their play comes.