Josh Dobbs to start at QB in preseason game vs. Commanders
Josh Dobbs will start for the Lions against the Commanders as the team continues its backup quarterback competition.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell announced on Thursday, Aug. 20 that Josh Dobbs will start at quarterback for the team's preseason game against the Washington Commanders scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 22. Campbell revealed that the backup quarterback position is still an open competition, despite undrafted rookie Luke Altmyer taking the majority of practice reps since joining the team earlier this month.
Despite Dobbs' lack of practice time, Campbell emphasized that the veteran quarterback is intelligent and has the experience to handle the role. Campbell also praised Altmyer's promising skills, stating that the Lions are giving him ample practice time to develop. Altmyer had a solid performance in the team's preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals, completing 13 of 22 passes for 130 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions.
In contrast, Dobbs only threw four completions for 32 yards in the same game. One of Altmyer's interceptions occurred when a pass intended for receiver Isaac TeSlaa bounced off his facemask and was intercepted by Bengals cornerback Jordan Battle. Another interception was thrown late in the game as the Lions attempted to advance the ball down the field.
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