When it comes to Detroit Lions players who have taken a leap forward in their career in 2024, safety Kerby Joseph is at or near the top of the list of them.
Joseph was no doubt an effective safety over his first two years in the NFL, and he took a step forward in 2023 from his rookie season. However, he has taken an even bigger leap forward in 2024.
Joseph has posted career-bests in completion rate against (42.4%), passer rating when targeted (39.5) and interceptions (seven). He is also just one pass defensed shy of tying his personal best, which is 11…