DENVER (CBS4) - Broncos second-year safety Dymonte Thomas got his first career interception on Saturday night. It came right before the end of the first half on Saturday night at Broncos Stadium at Mile High.
Defensive back Dymonte Thomas #35 of the Denver Broncos intercepts a pass by quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Cleveland Browns in the second quarter of a game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 15, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
The Broncos signed Thomas, out of Michigan, as an undrafted free agent in 2017. He spent most of last year on the practice squad but has played in most of the Broncos regular season games this year.
DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 15: Defensive back Dymonte Thomas #35 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after intercepting a pass by quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Cleveland Browns in the second quarter of a game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 15, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
The Broncos decision to put Su'a Cravens on the inactive list for Saturday's game meant Thomas gets more playing time.
DYMONTE THOMAS with the INT ... Broncos wanted to give Thomas more playing time - one reason Cravens was inactive today ...#CLEvsDEN
After the play, the Broncos defense gathered for a photo-taking celebration.
DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 15: Denver Broncos defensive players celebrate after a second quarter turnover on a defensive back Dymonte Thomas #35 interception during a game against the Cleveland Browns at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on December 15, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
The Broncos and Browns went to halftime with the score tied at 10-10.