The Detroit Lions have reached an agreement to keep one of their defensive stars in the fold for years to come. On Wednesday, the Lions made Kerby Joseph the highest-paid safety in NFL history with a four-year, $86 million extension that averages $21.5 million per year, NFL Media reports.

All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph has more interceptions (17) than any other player in the NFL since he entered the league in 2022.

Detroit Lions make Kerby Joseph highest-paid safety in NFL history, signing him to 4-year, $86 million contract extension through 2029.