# Abney's First NFL Interception in Arizona

> Rookie Keith Abney scores first NFL interception in Arizona, marking career milestone.
- Title: Abney's First NFL Interception in Arizona | Shortify
- Summary: Rookie Keith Abney scores first NFL interception in Arizona, marking career milestone. Former Arizona State Sun Devil Keith Abney recorded his first NFL…
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- Source: Arizona State Sun Devils On SI — https://si.com/college/arizonastate/football/former-sun-devil-detroit-lions-db-keith-abney-gets-first-nfl-interception-in-arizona-01m4pkr9yww2
- Published: 2026-10-11T23:48:03+00:00
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## Abney's First NFL Interception
Rookie defensive back Keith Abney recorded his first NFL interception in a Detroit Lions victory over the Arizona Cardinals.
## Lions Win 45-21 in Glendale
The Detroit Lions defeated the Arizona Cardinals 45-21 in Glendale, Arizona, improving to 3-2 in the NFC North.
## Abney's Career Stats
Abney recorded six tackles (five solo) and one pass deflection in his first NFL game, 27 miles west of his alma mater.
## First Interception in Grand Canyon State
Abney's first NFL interception came in the state of Arizona, but he had previously intercepted a pass in ASU's 2025 win over West Virginia.
## ASU Interception Record
In three seasons with Arizona State, Abney finished with six interceptions, including three in ASU's 2024 conference championship season.
## NFL Draft Selection
Abney was selected as the 'K1' pick by Detroit in the 2026 NFL Draft after a standout career at Arizona State.
## ASU Alumni in NFL
Abney is one of 11 Arizona State alumni currently on NFL rosters, with three on the defensive side of the ball.
## Key takeaway

Former Arizona State Sun Devil Keith Abney recorded his first NFL interception against the Cardinals in a 45-21 Lions victory.