Lions to start Joshua Dobbs at QB on Saturday vs. Commanders
Detroit will give Joshua Dobbs the starting nod in its second preseason game against Washington, with Dobbs and rookie Luke Altmyer splitting reps and Jared Goff sitting out.
The Detroit Lions are using the preseason to sort out the depth behind Jared Goff. Head coach Dan Campbell said the team plans to start Joshua Dobbs at quarterback in Saturday's second preseason game against the Washington Commanders.
Dobbs and rookie Luke Altmyer are expected to split reps evenly, while Goff sits out the exhibition, per Lions beat reporter Tim Twentyman.
Tim Twentyman (@ttwentyman): Lions plan to start Josh Dobbs at QB Saturday vs. Washington in second preseason game. Dobbs and Luke Altmyer will get equal reps. Jared Goff won't play.
The arrangement lets Detroit evaluate its backup options in live action. Dobbs, a veteran journeyman, brings mobility and starting experience, while Altmyer represents the developmental project the coaching staff wants to see against live competition. Campbell noted the backup competition between the two remains open.