- The Detroit Lions have made a significant move just 24 hours before the 2025 NFL Draft by signing All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph to a historic four-year, $86 million contract extension. This deal makes Joseph the highest-paid safety in NFL history, averaging $21.5 million annually
Joseph, 24, led the NFL with nine interceptions in the 2024 season and earned first-team All-Pro honors. He also recorded 83 tackles and 12 pass breakups, starting all 17 games for the first time in his career . Drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft out of Illinois, Joseph has quickly become a cornerstone of Detroit’s defense.
This move underscores the Lions’ commitment to building a strong defensive unit. With the draft imminent, Detroit is expected to further strengthen its defense using the 28th overall pick
The Lions’ proactive approach in securing key defensive players like Joseph and defensive tackle Alim McNeill, who signed a four-year, $97 million extension in October 2024, reflects their strategy to build a formidable defense. McNeill’s deal, which includes $55 million guaranteed, ranks among the top contracts for defensive tackles in the NFL
As the Lions look ahead to the draft, they are poised to continue enhancing their roster, aiming to build on their recent success and strengthen their defensive lineup for the upcoming season.
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