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Kyle Allen Takes Lead in Lions’ Backup QB Battle

An early benching prompted by two fumbles has Detroit evaluating whether to cut or trade Hooker to protect depth behind Jared Goff.

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Overview

  • Kyle Allen went 7-of-8 for 120 yards and two touchdowns after entering early in the preseason win over the Falcons.
  • Coach Dan Campbell said Hooker was pulled in the second quarter for “turning the ball over” after losing two fumbles in his 7-of-10, 38-yard stint.
  • Teddy Bridgewater’s departure to the Buccaneers leaves Detroit without a veteran emergency option behind Jared Goff and Allen.
  • Pride of Detroit roster projections suggest Hooker risks missing the initial 53-man roster if his ball security issues persist.
  • Detroit is weighing whether to keep three quarterbacks to preserve Hooker’s development or to cut or trade him before the regular season.