Kerby Joseph discusses ongoing recovery from knee injury with Lions
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Kerby Joseph revealed details about his knee injury that began with unexplained swelling and has impacted his performance. The safety for the Detroit Lions initially thought he could manage the issue but found his speed diminished during practice. Following aggravation during the game against Kansas City, Joseph was placed on injury leave. Despite uncertainty about his return, he expresses optimism and has been training diligently apart from the main group. Head coach Dan Campbell has warned fans not to expect Joseph back for Week 1.
- •Joseph first noticed knee swelling without an apparent cause.
- •His performance suffered as he struggled with speed in practice.
- •Joseph was sidelined after aggravating the knee injury.
- •He continues to train away from the main practice group.
- •Campbell advised not to expect Joseph back for Week 1.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Kerby Joseph talks with reporters, gives few answers on health of knee
- 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — Kerby Joseph Opens Up About Mysterious Knee Injury
"Kerby Joseph said he didn't know he had a knee problem until he woke up and it "was just swollen" one day last year.
"Kerby Joseph revealed how his knee injury began with unexplained swelling and eventually forced him off the field.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 5:16 PMKerby Joseph talks with reporters, gives few answers on health of knee
Kerby Joseph said he didn't know he had a knee problem until he woke up and it "was just swollen" one day last year.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 3:43 PMKerby Joseph Opens Up About Mysterious Knee Injury
Kerby Joseph revealed how his knee injury began with unexplained swelling and eventually forced him off the field.
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