Lions’ Secondary Faces Roster Questions as Kerby Joseph Signals He’ll Avoid PUP

Joseph’s social-media optimism leaves the team relying on training camp medical checks to set early-season roles for the defense.

Overview

Kerby Joseph posted on X Saturday suggesting he expects not to start training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list, an upbeat update the team has not formally confirmed.
Coach Dan Campbell has said the Lions will wait until players are tested in camp practices before giving medical clearance or setting snap counts for Joseph.
Brian Branch, who tore his Achilles late last season, is expected to begin the year sidelined and likely on the PUP list while the team monitors his rehab.
Detroit released rookie cornerback Terrion Arnold earlier this summer after he was charged with armed robbery and kidnapping, further thinning the defensive backfield.
The Lions signed veteran defensive back Christian Izien to a one-year deal and he is poised to get extended reps in camp and early-season defensive snaps if starters remain limited.