Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph had a breakout season in 2024, cementing his place as one of the league’s most electrifying defensive players. With a career-high nine interceptions—leading the NFL—Joseph made a statement on the field and proved to be a game-changer for the Lions’ defense. Despite being named First-Team All-Pro by the Associated Press, Joseph was notably snubbed from the Pro Bowl, but that hasn’t stopped him from making his case for an even bigger honor: Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY).
Kerby Joseph Makes Himself Clear
Joseph is confident in his accomplishments this season, particularly his ability to come up with clutch plays when his team needed them the most. “Hey, DPOY, I need that. That needs to be me. I need that,” Joseph said during an interview with Ari Meirov. “They can do all that with the Pro Bowl stuff, but DPOY, I feel like I deserve that for sure. I feel like I’ve came in clutch for my team many times. I’ve made plays that nobody’s made. Nobody’s really making plays like how I’m making plays.”
Joseph’s Clutch Plays Cement His Legacy
Indeed, Joseph’s ability to change the course of games with his ball-hawking skills has been undeniable. Not only did he finish the season as the league’s interception leader, but many of his takeaways came at pivotal moments, further proving his value to the Lions’ defense. Whether it was sealing victories with game-changing picks or putting his team in a position to win, Joseph’s impact was felt across the NFL.
As the league’s top interception leader, it’s hard to argue with Joseph’s claim. His playmaking ability has been a driving force behind Detroit’s defensive success in 2024, and his absence from the Pro Bowl has left many wondering if his contribution was fully recognized. But, as he confidently states, he is still gunning for the title that truly matters: Defensive Player of the Year. With his performance this season, Joseph has certainly earned his place in that conversation.
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