Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward has been named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in the 16-13 win over the Bengals.
Hayward led the team in tackles (12) while adding two passes defensed, and was covering wide receiver A.J. Green in the end zone late in the fourth-quarter when it was wiped out due to an offensive pass interference.
This marks the first time that Hayward has earned this honor during his nine years in the league.
Hayward will have a more difficult task this upcoming Sunday as he is set to go up against an elite Chiefs offense, which features receivers wideouts Tyreek Hill, Mecole Hardman and Sammy Watkins.
