Jared Goff remains the unquestioned starter in Detroit, but the pecking order behind him is far from clear. After losing his No. 2 role to Teddy Bridgewater late in 2024, Hendon Hooker’s development has raised some eyebrows — and Detroit has since brought in veteran Kyle Allen for added depth.
Originally selected in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Hooker was seen as a long-term project. But with the Lions seemingly unsure of his trajectory, they may be considering other developmental quarterbacks, especially if Goff’s postseason struggles continue.
