Last night, as I checked my phone before bed, an alert from X (formerly Twitter) popped up. It was from Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph, featuring a GIF of a man surrounded by floating question marks. At that moment, I knew something wasn’t right. It was clear to me that Joseph had found out that he was left off the 2025 Pro Bowl Games roster.
Kerby Joseph: A Shocking Oversight!
This morning, my suspicion was confirmed. Kerby Joseph, one of the standout defensive players for the Detroit Lions this season, was nowhere to be found on the roster. I checked again to make sure I wasn’t mistaken, but it was true. Despite his stellar season, Joseph was snubbed by Pro Bowl voters.
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If you’ve been paying attention to the Lions this year, this oversight is inexcusable. Joseph has arguably been the best player on the defensive side of the ball for Detroit. Leading the entire NFL with an impressive 9 interceptions, his ability to disrupt opposing offenses has been a key part of the Lions’ success. Not only that, but Joseph is currently tied for the third-best odds to win NFL Defensive Player of the Year, right behind the likes of Pat Surtain and T.J. Watt.
The Fans Got It Right—Why Didn't The Voters?
What’s even more baffling is that Kerby Joseph was the No. 1 voted free safety by the fans. So, the fact that he was overlooked for the Pro Bowl Games, despite his statistical dominance and significant impact, is a complete joke.
Now, while it’s obvious that Joseph likely feels disappointed, let’s remember something about the mindset of this team. Even though he may have been snubbed, you can bet that Joseph would trade the Pro Bowl appearance for one thing: a Super Bowl ring. For him and the rest of the Lions, nothing else matters more than bringing a championship back to Detroit.
While it’s frustrating that Kerby Joseph didn’t get the recognition he truly deserves, the Lions are focused on the ultimate goal—winning a Super Bowl. Perhaps, by the end of the season, when the Lions are hoisting the Lombardi Trophy, Joseph’s Pro Bowl snub will be nothing more than a distant memory. And, in the end, that’s what matters most.
