Lions sign Josh Dobbs as backup QB after Teddy Bridgewater retires
Detroit Free Press • • sports
Key Points:
- The Detroit Lions signed veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs to a one-year contract on August 9, following Teddy Bridgewater's abrupt retirement.
- Dobbs has prior experience with the Lions and offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, having spent time on the Lions' practice squad in 2022 and played under Petzing with the Cleveland Browns and Arizona Cardinals.
- Dobbs, a 2017 fourth-round pick, has a career starting record of 3-12 and completed 62.8% of his passes with eight touchdowns and five interceptions during his 2023 season with the Cardinals.
- Lions coach Dan Campbell emphasized the need for a veteran backup to support starter Jared Goff and rookie Luke Altmyer, noting Dobbs' familiarity with the team's system and Petzing.
- Bridgewater, who was the primary backup in 2023, retired suddenly, leaving the Lions with only two quarterbacks on the roster before Dobbs' signing.
