Lions bring back Luke Altmyer, Nick Whiteside on practice squad

The Detroit Lions have bolstered their practice squad by signing 14 players, including undrafted free agent Luke Altmyer, veteran backup quarterback Josh Dobbs' replacement Tom Kennedy, and several others. Altmyer, a former Illinois standout, spent most of the preseason as the No. 2 quarterback behind Jared Goff but was unable to secure the backup role.

Kennedy, who has spent parts of multiple seasons on the Lions' practice squad, will focus on kick and punt returns when the team begins its season against the New Orleans Saints on September 13. Additionally, the Lions re-signed receiver Lucky Jackson, cornerback Nick Whiteside, and defensive tackle Tyre West to the practice squad. These additions bring the team's total to 53 players, with two spots remaining to be filled.

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