The Detroit Lions have officially locked down their backup quarterback spot, sending undrafted rookie Luke Altmyer packing. This move, confirmed by Tom Pelissero, means veteran Josh Dobbs is stepping up to back up Jared Goff for the season. It wasn’t exactly a shocker though, especially after that final preseason game.
Dobbs Stepped Up, Altmyer Stumbled
Look, Dobbs absolutely balled out when it counted. He played a near-perfect game in just two quarters of work against the Colts. We’re talking 15-of-19 passes completed, 128 yards, and a cool two touchdowns. That’s efficiency, that’s clutch, and that’s exactly what you want from your QB2. He made a statement, plain and simple.
Meanwhile, Altmyer’s performance in those other two quarters just wasn’t enough to secure the spot. He turned the ball over twice, which is a killer, and could only lead one scoring drive against the Colts’ defense. While the guy had an impressive training camp for an undrafted rookie, those mistakes in the final audition really sealed his fate. The writing was on the wall, and the Lions had to make a call.
What’s Next for Altmyer?
Now, the Lions are hoping to bring Altmyer back to their practice squad, which shows they still see potential in him, even after those turnovers. But that’s a big “if,” right? He has to clear waivers first, and teams have until 1 p.m. ET on Monday to put in their claims. This is a crucial window for the young QB. We’ll find out soon enough if he’s staying in Detroit to continue developing or if another team snatches him up. Either way, for the Lions, the QB room is settled, and they’ve got Dobbs ready to go if Goff needs him.
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Originally reported by Pride of Detroit.
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