Doctor suggests Kerby Joseph might need to consider retirement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 1:26 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Dr. Jimmy Liao, a physician, has raised concerns about Kerby Joseph's knee injury, advising that he may need to contemplate retirement for long-term health. Joseph, who missed much of the previous season, is currently on the Physically Unable to Perform list as he begins training camp with the Detroit Lions. Liao's claims stem from the potential damage to Joseph's knee, highlighting issues that could affect his mobility and athletic performance. However, Liao has not examined Joseph and his comments are speculative, lacking any formal announcement from Joseph's medical team or the Lions. The team's cautious approach to Joseph's recovery may reflect a desire to monitor how his knee responds to football activities going forward.
- •Kerby Joseph is on the Physically Unable to Perform list.
- •He had limited play last season due to a knee injury.
- •Dr. Liao warns retirement might be necessary for Joseph's health.
- •Liao's advice is not based on direct examination of Joseph.
- •Joseph continues to work towards a return to practice.
- 1:26 PMYahoo Sports — Doctor Raises Worst-Case Kerby Joseph Scenario
"A doctor believes Kerby Joseph should consider retirement, but he has never examined the Detroit Lions safety’s injured knee.
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