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Josh Dobbs news
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The gist
Josh Dobbs will start at QB for the Detroit Lions in Saturday's preseason game vs. the Commanders. The backup job remains an open competition with rookie Luke Altmyer.
Background
Josh Dobbs signed with the Detroit Lions on Aug. 9 after Teddy Bridgewater retired. He has had limited practice reps, with rookie Luke Altmyer taking most of them. Coach Dan Campbell announced Dobbs will start the preseason game against Washington to get a longer look at him in the backup quarterback competition.
How it unfolded
- Aug 9, 2026Dobbs signed with the Lions after Teddy Bridgewater's retirement.
- Aug 20, 2026Coach Dan Campbell announced Dobbs will start Saturday's preseason game vs. the Commanders.
- Aug 22, 2026Dobbs is set to start against Washington at Ford Field.
Who’s saying what
- Coach
- Dan Campbell said Dobbs is a bright guy who has played in the league, and they want to get him up to speed.
- Analysts
- Some analysts note Altmyer has taken the majority of reps and started the first preseason game, but Campbell insists the backup job is still a true competition.