Big-time buzz is building in Detroit, and it centers around one of the Lions’ brightest young stars. According to a viral rumor floating around social media, safety Kerby Joseph could soon become the highest-paid player at his position in the entire NFL.
That’s right—“Slick Rick,” a self-proclaimed former NFL insider on X, says the Lions are preparing a blockbuster extension that could be announced as early as this week. If true, it’s a massive move by GM Brad Holmes, who continues to show faith in the team’s homegrown talent.
Joseph, a third-round pick back in 2022, had a breakout season in 2024, leading the league in interceptions and earning First-Team All-Pro honors. Locking him in long-term would send a strong message: play at an elite level, and the front office will take care of you.
With big extensions already handed out to guys like Penei Sewell and Amon-Ra St. Brown, and more looming for players like Aidan Hutchinson, this reported deal adds another layer to Detroit’s efforts to keep its core together during their Super Bowl push.
Rumor: Lions to Make Kerby Joseph NFL’s Highest-Paid Safety
