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Detroit Lions Rule CB Questionable Against Vikings

The Detroit Lions have released their official 2026 Week 8 injury designation report. Cornerback Roger McCreary was ruled questionable with a foot injury.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 30

Detroit Lions Safety Not Spotted at Friday Practice

Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph was not spotted at Friday practice, during the portion that was open for local reporters to observe. According to league sources, everyone else on the active 53-man roster and practice squad was accounted for.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 30

Detroit Lions Injury Updates: Pacheco, Branch, Joseph, Harper

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell provided injury updates on several members of the roster, prior to the team practicing on Friday afternoon. Safety Kerby Joseph has only been limited at practice and has yet to participate in any team periods.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 29

Detroit Lions Week 8 Thursday Injury Report Sees Encouraging Progress

The Detroit Lions returned to the practice field on Thursday afternoon, three days ahead of their Week 8 contest against the Minnesota Vikings. After several starters missed practice on Wednesday, each member of the roster was accounted for on Thursday, including running back Jahmyr Gibbs and defensive end Aidan Hutchinson.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Kerby Joseph News / Field Level Media / October 28

Lions open practice window for All-Pro S Kerby Joseph

Detroit Lions All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph is set to practice for the first time this season, head coach Dan Campbell confirmed Wednesday. Campbell said the team is opening the 21-day practice window for Joseph, who began the campaign on the physically unable to perform list.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

Lions Designate S Kerby Joseph To Return From PUP List

The Detroit Lions officially designated S Kerby Joseph to return from their physically unable to perform list on Wednesday, per Tim Twentyman of the team’s

Kerby Joseph News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28

Lions S Kerby Joseph Returns To Practice

Lions safety Brian Branch made his much-anticipated season debut in a Week 7 win over the Packers. Safety Kerby Joseph, who is on the reserve/PUP list, could rejoin Branch in the near future.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 21

Kerby Joseph Posts Intense Workout: Will Safety Play in 2026?

Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph excited supporters when he posted on social media a workout at the teams Allen Park Performance Center. In the early morning hours, Joseph shared an intense workout that highlighted his speed, ability to cut and to change directions.

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Lions’ Dan Campbell Announces Kerby Joseph Update After 5 Missed Games

The Detroit Lions received an encouraging update on safety Kerby Joseph as head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism about his recovery. Campbell’s brief assessment, “He’s doing well,” offered a positive sign, though it did not provide a timetable for Joseph’s return.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 10

Five Players Lions Must Scout: Versatile Safety Fits Kerby Joseph Mold

On Sunday, the Detroit Lions head out to play the Arizona Cardinals following a disappointing loss to Carolina. The Lions look for a revenge game for offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, who was let go when the entire regime changed for the Cardinals.

Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / September 28

Lions Safety Calls For Patience As Defense Adjusts Amid Absence of Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph

The Lions’ defense entered 2026 with plenty of questions, and injuries have only made things harder. Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph, Detroit’s starting safeties, have both missed time, leaving the secondary without two major pieces.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 26

Report: Detroit Lions Kerby Joseph 'Fully Intends' 2026 Return

Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph is not ruling out the possibility of returning in 2026. Head coach Dan Campbell fueled skepticism that Joseph may never return to the field this week, when he spoke about the All-Pro defender, indicating he could not make the fans feel any better with any current updates.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 25

'That's For Losers': Lions DC Has Not Thought About Absence of Kerby Joseph

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard is not staying up late at night worrying about the fact that safety Kerby Joseph is not available to play each week and has been out rehabbing a knee injury.

NFL News / New York Jets on SI / September 25

Mason Taylor Missing Another Jets Practice Helps Set the Stage for a Potential Kenyon Sadiq Breakout

The New York Jets have a lot riding on the line as they prepare to face the Detroit Lions in the Motor City this weekend. Between head coach Aaron Glenn

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 23

How Much Cap Space Can Lions Save If Kerby Joseph Cannot Play?

The Detroit Lions have entered an unfortunate conundrum regarding safety Kerby Joseph. An All-Pro selection for his league-leading nine interceptions in the 2024 season, Joseph remains out of action through two regular season games and without a clear timeline of when he can return.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22

Lions Still Unsure When Or If S Kerby Joseph Will Return

Lions S Kerby Joseph is on the PUP list as he works back from knee problems he’s dealt with since early 2025. Lions HC Dan Campbell was asked about Joseph on Monday to update fans who are wondering if he will play again.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 18

Lions’ Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph Could Make Early Returns

The Lions’ secondary has been shorthanded to begin the season, something which was plainly obvious during last night’s blowout loss to the Bills. The unit could receive reinforcements earlier than Detroit hoped, though.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 31

It’s time for the Lions to give their fans something on Kerby Joseph and the direction this is going; the hardest question is getting impossible to ignore

Joseph will miss Detroit’s first four games after being moved to Reserve/PUP, extending an injury timeline that has remained frustratingly difficult to define.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Lions Placing S Kerby Joseph On IR

Jeremy Fowler reports that the Lions are placing S Kerby Joseph on injured reserve, meaning he will miss the first four games of the season. He became the highest-paid safety in NFL history at $21.5 million per season when he signed a four-year, $86 million extension in 2025.

Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Detroit Lions Announce Big Kerby Joseph Update on Tuesday

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell offered a positive outlook Tuesday on the recovery of safety Kerby Joseph, saying the veteran is progressing well after missing most of last season with a knee injury.

Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / August 31

Kerby Joseph advised to hang up the cleats amid injury concerns

Detroit Lions star Kerby Joseph began suffering from a knee issue last year, and could play only 11 games last season. Recently, an NFL injury analyst has spoken up about the seriousness of the injury, advising Joseph to retire.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / July 22

Lions' Dan Campbell gets significant warning before new season

Ahead of the new season, head coach Dan Campbell and company are getting a warning.

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'Gettin Worse': Kerby Joseph shares cryptic quote amid injury concerns

The Motor City team finished the 2025 NFL season with a record of 9-8, narrowly missing the playoffs. The primary reason was the series of injuries that the Lions suffered.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / July 4

Lions S Kerby Joseph Will Not Undergo Knee Surgery

Kerby Joseph was limited to six games in 2025. Questions continue to linger regarding the health of his knee, even as the coming season approaches. Joseph recently said (via The Athletic’s Colton Pouncy) he will not undergo surgery.