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The Carolina Panthers are going to be a bit shorthanded at the game's most important position for tomorrow's matchup with the visiting Buffalo Bills. Starter Bryce Young suffered what was reported to be a high ankle sprain in last week's ugly win over the New York Jets.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25

Panthers Elevate QB Hendon Hooker & OLB Boogie Basham

The Panthers announced on Saturday that they are elevating QB Hendon Hooker as their backup for Week 8, as well as elevating OLB Boogie Basham. Hooker, 27, opted to transfer to Tennessee after spending the first three years of his career at Virginia Tech.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Former Vols QB Hendon Hooker's situation with the Carolina Panthers just became very murky

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker is having a hard time finding playing time in the NFL. Hooker, a third round selection by the Detroit Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft, has attempted just nine regular season passes since entering the league a couple of years ago.

What Hendon Hooker Said About Nico Iamaleava Following Penn State vs UCLA

The Tennessee Volunteers were off on Saturday, so by nature fans attracted to other games, including a game that showcased a former Tennessee football quarterback.

Former Tennessee Vols QB Hendon Hooker reacts to Nico Iamaleava leading UCLA to an upset win over Penn State

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Nico Iamaleava earned his first win as the UCLA Bruins' starting quarterback this week. Iamaleava led UCLA to a 42-37 upset win over the Penn State Nittany Lions on Saturday in Pasadena.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 2

Hendon Hooker looking to develop with Panthers after Lions release

After being released by the Detroit Lions last Monday, former Detroit Lions backup quarterback Hendon Hooker has found a new home with the Carolina Panthers.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 1

Former Tennessee Vols QB Hendon Hooker already has a new number with the Carolina Panthers after first getting issued No. 16

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker has already had a number switch with the Carolina Panthers. Hooker, who was signed to the Panthers' practice squad after getting released by the Detroit Lions in late August, was issued No.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 31

New Carolina Panthers QB Hendon Hooker comments on relationship with Bryce Young

They were both part of the NFL draft class of 2023. The Carolina Panthers used the first overall pick that year on University of Alabama quarterback Bryce Young.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

NFC Notes: Bijan Robinson, Hendon Hooker, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers

The Buccaneers elected to keep veteran QB Teddy Bridgewater on their active roster instead of former second-round QB Kyle Trask. Tampa Bay HC Todd Bowles

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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 30

Former Lions QB Has 'Great Bond' With Panthers Coach

Former Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker shared why he made the decision to sign with the Carolina Panthers. The 27-year-old is now on the practice squad of the NFC South Squad after a disappointing tenure in Motown.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / August 29

What Panthers coach Dave Canales said about signing QB Hendon Hooker

At the end of the preseason it was clear that the Carolina Panthers needed to reevaluate their backup quarterback situation. Andy Dalton had an elbow injury, Bryce Perkins only had one half under his belt with this team and Jack Plummer had just bombed three straight games.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 28

'They say there were some bad calls' - Alabama still can't accept their loss to Tennessee in 2022 according to Hendon Hooker

Some of the Alabama players who were part of the Crimson Tide's 52-49 loss to the Tennessee Vols in 2022 still can't accept the defeat, according to former UT quarterback Hendon Hooker.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / August 28

Panthers head coach Dave Canales sounds really excited about adding former Tennessee Vols QB Hendon Hooker to Carolina's roster

It didn't take long for former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker to find a new home in the NFL after getting waived by the Detroit Lions. Hooker, who is from Greensboro, NC, was officially signed to the Carolina Panthers' practice squad on Thursday morning.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28

Hendon Hooker gets second chance with Panthers

Hendon Hooker‘s second chance will come with Carolina. The Panthers are bringing in the recently cut Lions quarterback, adding him to their practice squad.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 27

New Carolina Panthers QB Hendon Hooker landed in a perfect spot to get what the Detroit Lions never gave him

Former Tennessee Vols and Detroit Lions QB Hendon Hooker hasn't exactly had the start to his professional career that he'd hoped for. The former Vol was

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 27

Hendon Hooker's change of scenery finally revealed after signing with Panthers

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell told reporters after the teams' final preseason game that Hendon Hooker might need a change of scenery in order to continue his career in the NFL.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / August 26

Hendon Hooker’s Time In Detroit Comes To An End

When Hendon Hooker was drafted by the Lions in the third round of the 2023 draft, the Detroit Lions saw him as their future quarterback-in-waiting. The former SEC Offensive Player of the Year was still recovering from a devastating ACL tear, and it was understood he couldn’t be an immediate contributor.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Former SEC star quarterback released by Lions

A former college star is getting a change of scenery after a rough preseason with the Detroit Lions. Hendon Hooker was among the Lions’ final cuts on Monday, two years after the team used a third-round pick on him.

Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / August 25

Lions to waive 2023 third-round QB Hendon Hooker

Former third-round pick Hendon Hooker is headed for waivers after two seasons with the Detroit Lions, Fox Sports reported Monday. The 2023 draft pick was competing in preseason for the backup quarterback spot with Kyle Allen, who has 19 career starts with five previous NFL teams since entering the league in 2018.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 25

Lions end Hendon Hooker experiment

Technically given three offseasons to take flight, the Lions’ Hendon Hooker is experiment is over.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 24

What Went Wrong With Detroit Lions QB Hendon Hooker?

The Detroit Lions have a difficult decision to make regarding their quarterback room. Veteran Kyle Allen has seemingly won the battle for the backup quarterback spot based on performance in the preseason, as he's vastly outplayed 2023 third-round pick Hendon Hooker.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 24

Dan Campbell has brutally honest comments about Lions QB

The Lions rested most of their starters in their 26-7 preseason finale loss on Saturday, which gave their reserve players one last chance to audition for a spot on the 53-man roster.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 18

What Is Best-Case Scenario For Hendon Hooker?

The Detroit Lions are planning to give backup quarterback Hendon Hooker more reps this week, which likely means he is line to play the entire game against the Houston Texans.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 5

Lions get called out (again) for how they've handled Hendon Hooker

The Detroit Lions knew what they were getting into when they took quarterback Hendon Hooker 68th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. He was coming off a torn ACL late in his final college season at Tennessee, and he was already 25 years old due to playing six years of college football in the COVID-19 era.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 4

Hendon Hooker has earned the right to be treated as Lions' backup quarterback

The Detroit Lions have one of the most intriguing backup quarterback situations in the league, and after the first preseason game, things should have gotten a lot clearer for the franchise.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Hendon Hooker Shares Self-Critical Take on Chargers Performance Ahead of Start vs. Falcons

The Detroit Lions were thoroughly outclassed by coach Jim Harbaugh's Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night at the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, causing several Detroit players and coaches to go back to the drawing board in search of answers.