For some, 13 is an unlucky number. Hallowed in mystery and ominous fortune, many shy away from anything related to the abhorred prime number. Whether true or not, there is something culturally poignant about 13.
For Texans cornerback Johnathan Joseph, 13 is the number of seasons that he has played in the league. For Joseph, 13 may not be so unlucky after all.
Part of the scotch tape that is holding Houston’s defense together is Johnathan Joseph. Accumulating five passes defended and 16 tackles so far this season, Joseph is arguably playing the best ball we have seen in years.