{
  "id": 4321383,
  "title": "Dan Campbell Drops Major Hint About Lions QB2 Battle After Win Over Colts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/dan-campbell-drops-major-hint-about-lions-qb2-battle-after-win-over",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-30T01:28:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dan-campbell-drops-major-hint-012852524.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dan Campbell has not officially named Jared Goff's backup quarterback for the Detroit Lions, but he may not need to. Josh Dobbs delivered an efficient performance during Detroit's 25-16 preseason victory over the Indianapolis Colts, leading the team on three touchdown drives and finishing with a 129.8 passer rating. After the win, Campbell praised Dobbs' composure and conviction, stating that he \"really showed out\" and \"knows what he wants.\" Campbell's praise for Dobbs could be seen as a hint that the Lions coach may have found his QB2 candidate. Luke Altmyer, the undrafted rookie, completed 7 of 11 passes for 55 yards but also had turnovers and took sacks. Campbell was more forgiving of Altmyer's mistakes, stating that one of them was not his fault. Altmyer's future in Detroit remains uncertain, but Dobbs' strong performance in the preseason has made the decision easier for Campbell and team President Brad Holmes.",
  "summary": "Dan Campbell praised Josh Dobbs after the Lions’ preseason win over the Colts, potentially providing a major clue in Detroit’s QB2 battle.",
  "key_points": [
    "Josh Dobbs delivered efficient performance in Lions' 25-16 preseason win over Colts.",
    "Dan Campbell praised Dobbs' composure and conviction after the victory.",
    "Dobbs' strong performance hints at becoming Lions' QB2 candidate."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Dan Campbell's praise for Josh Dobbs' performance suggests he may have found his preferred backup quarterback, potentially tipping the QB2 battle in Dobbs' favor over Luke Altmyer.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}