Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph has been ruled out for the team's upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins, according to an injury update released Tuesday.
The Lions announced that Joseph will not play in the Week 9 matchup, though the specific nature of his injury was not disclosed in the initial report. Joseph has been a key contributor in the Lions' secondary this season.
Detroit will need to adjust its defensive backfield for the game against Miami, which is scheduled for Sunday. The Lions enter the contest with a 5-2 record, while the Dolphins sit at 3-4.
