DETROIT – A Detroit Lions star has caused an uproar from fans after he posted a picture of his knee on his social media.
On Tuesday, Feb. 17, star safety Kerby Joseph shared several posts on his Instagram story, including one showing his knee during acupuncture treatment with 17 needles visible.
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The treatment itself did not raise concerns, but fans reacted to the photo showing Joseph’s knee, which appeared swollen.
Joseph was placed on injured reserve Dec. 20, 2025, due to a lingering left knee injury, specifically a bone bruise, which sidelined him since Week 6 of the 2025 season.
The First Team All-Pro safety first suffered his knee injury during training camp.
It resurfaced in Week 4 against the Cleveland Browns and worsened as he continued to play.
Before the injury, Joseph had recorded three interceptions in the first six games of the season.
There’s no evidence of Joseph suffering a new injury, so the alleged swelling could be from treatment.