There was some optimism for a while, as Kerby Joseph had intended to return this season after sustaining a knee injury. However, the all-pro safety has suffered a setback and may not return this season, according to a post by NFL beat writer Ari Meirov.

“All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph suffered a setback in his recovery from a knee injury and could be placed on IR, which would end his regular season. Joseph, who led the NFL in interceptions last year, has not played since Week 6,” Meirov wrote on X.

It's been a plethora of injuries on defense for the Lions for the second consecutive season. The Lions already lost Terrion Arnold for the season, and keep substituting different players throughout their secondary. This is a massive blow to a defense that allows 23.8 points per game, which

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