"To deflect the bullets" means to cause the bullets to change direction or be redirected, usually to protect oneself or others from being hit by them. Full definition
She could rocket through the air, wrench trees from the ground, deflect bullets with her bracelets, and lay out Nazis with a swift crack to the jaw. (inc.com)
The police credit the pocket New Testament Wagoner had him for the save, saying it probably was at least instrumental in deflecting the bullets. (relevantmagazine.com)
Their remit is to develop fabrics that can morph to improve camouflage, stiffen to splint broken bones and even deflect bullets and the energy from explosions. (newscientist.com)