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Joseph has received more credit of late, as his second-half adjustments have helped contribute to recent comeback wins against the Seahawks and Bills.
He's done it despite two starters being out for the year – All-Pro outside linebacker Chandler Jones and cornerback Robert Alford – with the possibility of Corey Peters joining them because of a knee injury.
The Cardinals have been able to weather myriad personnel losses to remain competitive on defense, and outside linebacker Haason Reddick said more familiarity with Joseph's system in Year 2 has been key.
"You've developed some type of bond with coaches and players, and not only that, it's pretty much a repeat of the playbook, so you know the plays," Reddick said.
Coach Kliff Kingsbury was asked pointed questions about retaining Joseph at the end of last season, and always showed confidence in his defensive playcaller.
That trust has paid off with major improvement in 2020, even though it might not be readily apparent while browsing social media.
"He hasn't been bothered," Kingsbury said. "I think when you go through getting fired as a head coach (by the Broncos after the 2018 season), you develop some thick skin. He knows who he is. He's confident in himself and he's confident in what he does. That's what I appreciate about him. He doesn't waver. He's consistent every day he shows up to the office and does a tremendous job for us. Those guys believe in him and love playing for him."
PHILLIPS LOGS LIMITED PRACTICE
Defensive tackle Jordan Phillips (hamstring) practiced in a limited capacity on Tuesday, although it was a light day without pads or helmets because the Cardinals play on Thursday night against the Seahawks.
Phillips missed Sunday's contest against the Bills, and his return would be important because Peters, defensive end Zach Allen, defensive tackle Rashard Lawrence and defensive tackle Leki Fotu all seem likely to miss the game due to injuries.
Safety Jalen Thompson (shoulder), cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (hamstring), Reddick (neck), safety Budda Baker (groin/ankle) and running back Kenyan Drake (ankle) were also limited. Linebacker De'Vondre Campbell (calf), tight end Maxx Williams (ankle), guard Justin Murray (hand), safety Charles Washington (groin), tight end Darrell Daniels (ankle) and Peters did not practice.
For the Seahawks, wide receiver Tyler Lockett (knee), tackle Duane Brown (knee/not injury-related), cornerback Quinton Dunbar (knee), guard Kyle Fuller (ankle), cornerback Shaquill Griffin (concussion/hamstring), center Ethan Pocic (concussion), guard Jordan Simmons (calf), and cornerback Neiko Thorpe (core) did not practice.
Those limited were running back Chris Carson (foot), running back Travis Homer (wrist/knee/thumb), defensive end Benson Mayowa (ankle) and linebacker K.J. Wright (ankle). Safety Jamal Adams (shoulder) was a full participant.
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