Lawler played a key role on the defensive side of the ball in the second half, holding the Giants scoreless. He finished with four solo tackles, two pass breakups, two interceptions and one sack for a 12-yard loss. Lawler intercepted a pass early in the third quarter, setting up the start of Hartwick's comeback as the Hawks would go on to score on their ensuing drive. He helped secure the win late in the fourth quarter, picking off the Giants on the first play of their final drive to allow the Hawks to eat up the clock on their next series.