Kerby Joseph of the Detroit Lions has emerged as a defensive star during the 2024 NFL season, leading the league with nine interceptions, significantly surpassing his previous two seasons. Despite being named First-Team All-Pro, Joseph was surprisingly left out of the Pro Bowl, although he secured a second-alternate spot following a strong fan vote. He expressed frustration over missing the Pro Bowl, claiming he deserves the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award due to his impact in crucial moments for the Lions' defense.

Joseph, alongside teammate Brian Branch, forms one of the top safety duos in the league, with the two combining for 13 interceptions. Joseph proposed that they adopt the superhero monikers 'Zuperman' and 'Batman' to reflect their dynamic play. He also reflected on the Pro Bowl selection process, asserting he was unfairly snubbed, linking it to perceptions of his aggressive style of play, which has drawn criticism from some opponents.