Lions coach provides update on Kerby Joseph's practice status

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:45 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Lions coach provides update on Kerby Joseph's practice status
Summary

Detroit Lions safeties coach Jim O'Neil gave an update on Kerby Joseph's practice regimen as he recovers from significant knee issues. The team decided to keep Joseph from organized team workouts this spring to allow for maximum rest. O'Neil expressed uncertainty about Joseph's return date for training camp, emphasizing the need for practice to regain form. Joseph, who missed the last 11 games of the previous season due to a cartilage condition, will need some level of practice participation to be considered ready for the upcoming season. The Lions aim to have both Joseph and safety Brian Branch, also recovering from an injury, prepared for camp.

Source Links
Status Watch
  • Kerby Joseph continues to rehabilitate from knee injury
  • O'Neil says Joseph's return to practice is uncertain
  • He missed final 11 games last season due to injury
  • Joseph and Brian Branch expected to start if healthy
  • Team prioritizes Joseph's training for next season
Latest Updates
  • 9:45 AMYahoo SportsLions safeties coach updates Kerby Joseph's practice regimen
What they're saying
"

As Kerby Joseph continues to rehab from his problematic knee issues, the Detroit Lions spoke on the former All-Pro safety's offseason practice status.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days