Stephon Gilmore has been a nice surprise for the Minnesota Vikings at cornerback in an otherwise thin group. However, after suffering a hamstring injury, the Vikings have signed former second-round pick Kelvin Joseph.
The #Vikings have signed CB Kelvin Joseph to the practice squad. pic.twitter.com/xJSe7Ksw2n
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) December 4, 2024
As of now, Joseph will be on the practice squad, but the belief is that if Gilmore does need to be a scratch from their game on Sunday against the Falcons, he can step up to the active roster.
However, the organization has serious hope that Joseph’s service won’t even be needed. Head coach Kevin O’Connell clarified that there’s a strong chance Gilmore will avoid a long-term injury.
Even if that does happen, Joseph could be an excellent depth for Minnesota, which has a strong track record of revitalizing the careers of struggling players or those who have given up.
Either way, the Vikings are prime for a playoff spot at 10-2 and second in the NFC North. It’s also starting to look like their Week 18 matchup against the Detroit Lions could decide who wins the division and possibly the entire NFC.
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Kelvin Joseph Has Bounced Around A Lot
Joseph, who played college ball at LSU and Kentuck, was originally drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round in 2021.
However, he only lasted two years in the Lone Star State, starting only three games. He accumulated four pass deflections, one forced fumble, 36 tackles, and one tackle-for-loss.
In 2023, Joseph was on two teams, playing four games for the Miami Dolphins and one for the Seattle Seahawks. He had almost no impact on either team.
So far in 2024, it’s been the same story: I’ve played two games for the Indianapolis Colts, recorded one tackle, and had no other statistics.
If Joseph can’t find a way to shine with Minnesota, this could be his last chance in the NFL.
