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On YouTubeDetroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 3
Detroit Lions Will Sign Veteran Quarterback to Practice Squad
The Detroit Lions are expected to sign a new veteran quarterback to the practice squad. After hosting two quarterbacks at the team's Allen Park Performance Center for tryouts, veteran C.J.
Dan Campbell’s Comments Could Lead to Lions, Raiders Trade
The Detroit Lions used a third-round pick on Hendon Hooker in the 2023 NFL Draft, and the Tennessee product could leave the team before ever making a start for the organization.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 24
Lions' most notable roster battle is finally decided after preseason finale
Detroit Lions backup quarterbacks Kyle Allen and Hendon Hooker have been duking it out all preseason long, vying for the role of direct backup to Jared Goff.
The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL's yearly leaders in passer rating in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 22
Lions Coach Adds Insight Regarding Backup QB Battle, Roster Decisions
One of the tough decisions the Detroit Lions will be facing this next week is whether or not to keep three quarterbacks on the team's initial 53-man roster.
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.
Detroit Lions News / Houston Cougars on SI / August 19
Former Houston QB Using College Mentality In Battle For Detroit Lions' Backup Job
Year 7 started rough for former Houston quarterback Kyle Allen with a two-interception performance in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game versus the Chargers, but it seems the longtime veteran is revisiting his college mentality to stay afloat in the race for the Lions' QB2.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 19
Lame No. 2 quarterback option for the Lions has been brought back to light
For all intents and purposes, the battle to be the Detroit Lions' No. 2 quarterback ended during the second-to-last preseason game. Kyle Allen played well again, while Hendon Hooker mostly struggled again.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 18
Observations: Patrick Proves He Belongs, TeSlaa Has New Challenge
The Detroit Lions returned to the practice field on Monday afternoon, but the 15th training camp practice took place on the indoor practice field. Detroit is awaiting a joint practice with the Houston Texans on Thursday and took the opportunity to learn more about players who have been working their way up the depth chart.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 17
Roundtable: Evaluating Lions Defensive Line Depth
Christian Booher: I think Allen has done enough to be the backup quarterback. He has experience that will be beneficial, and seems well ahead of Hendon Hooker in terms of control of the offense and ability to maneuver the team down the field.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 17
Kyle Allen leading Hendon Hooker in Lions’ QB2 battle
The Lions brought Teddy Bridgewater out of his quasi-retirement last December, clearly feeling the need to fortify their QB room for the end of the regular season and the playoffs.
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.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 16
What Dan Campbell Said After Dolphins Loss: I Trust Kyle Allen More
Here is everything Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said after the team's 24-17 loss to the Miami Dolphins in their third preseason game. “OK – we had an opportunity to win there at the end and we just weren’t able to finish it out.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 9
Grades: Kyle Allen Leads Lions Backup Quarterback Battle
The Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons squared off in a battle that came to an early end. After defensive back Morice Norris suffered a serious injury, the game was suspended in the fourth quarter with the Lions leading 17-10.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 9
6 winners and 4 losers after the Lions preseason game against the Falcons, we might have seen the begining of the end for former third round pick
The Detroit Lions had a much better showing against the Atlanta Falcons than they did in the Hall of Fame game. Defense looked stout, and the offense put up some highlights.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 3
Kyle Allen's poor Lions preseason debut is not what Lions were hoping for
The Detroit Lions fell 34-7 to the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, to kick off the 2025 NFL season. While it's only preseason, Lions fans have expressed their concern over the blowout loss and the performance of backup quarterback Kyle Allen.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 1
5 quarterback options for the Detroit Lions if they decide to go shopping after Hendon Hooker and Kyle Allen's struggles, including two Pro Bowlers
If there was one thing all Detroit Lions fans noticed on Thursday night, it was that both Lions backup quarterbacks struggled in this game. Kyle Allen had accuracy issues and threw two picks, and Hendon Hooker just basically never threw the ball and walked out with 18 passing yards and an interception.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 28
Lions QB Named a Potential Target for Division Rival
The Detroit Lions entered the 2025 offseason with a bit of a quarterback situation on their hands. The team didn't have a backup QB they were certain they could depend on.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 24
'Keep It Simple': Kyle Allen Shares Approach to Backup QB Battle
Detroit Lions backup quarterback Kyle Allen has an opportunity, over the course of the next month, to compete to play behind a signal-caller he knew from mutual friends and high-school football.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 1
Kyle Allen & Hendon Hooker Will Battle For Lions Backup QB Role
Lions GM Brad Holmes revealed the team signed QB Kyle Allen to challenge QB Hendon Hooker for the backup quarterback position, via Eric Woodyard. “Still got high hopes for him but nobody’s gonna be given a job either,” he said.
NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / March 14
Lions Sign Former Steelers QB
Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kyle Allen has found a new home in the NFL, signing with the Detroit Lions, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14
Lions to sign veteran quarterback to backup Jared Goff
The Lions have added a veteran to their quarterbacks room.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13
Lions Signing QB Kyle Allen
The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms on a deal with QB Kyle Allen, according to Mike Garafolo. Allen, 29, signed on with the Panthers as an undrafted free agent back in 2018.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 29, 2024
Steelers' Kyle Allen Takes Subtle Jab At Offense For Previous '7 Shots' Failure
The Pittsburgh Steelers have been trying to figure their new offense out to begin training camp, but that's pretty hard to do when the expected starting quarterback, Russell Wilson, is out due to injury.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 28, 2024
Surprising Steelers QB impressing HC Mike Tomlin at training camp
The entire QB room is full of new faces all the way up to the quarterbacks coach Tom Arth.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 4, 2024
Steelers QB3 Kyle Allen Revealing His Mindset For The 2024 Season: 'I have Started Games'
The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback room underwent a major transformation in the 2024 offseason. They kicked off the changes by signing veteran quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal worth the veteran minimum.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / June 2, 2024
Steelers Third-String QB Kyle Allen is Prepared for Anything
As the Pittsburgh Steelers’ No. 3 quarterback, Kyle Allen is often forgotten. Rightfully so, all the talk is centered around Russell Wilson and Justin Fields.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 12, 2024
Undrafted rookie QB says Steelers 'believed' in him the most
John Rhys Plumlee revealed on Saturday why he chose the Steelers despite having several suitors following the 2024 NFL Draft.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1, 2024
Steelers add another veteran quarterback on one-year deal
The Steelers’ quarterback room continues to expand. Pittsburgh announced Monday that they are signing the veteran QB to a one-year deal.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 25, 2024
Steelers round out QB room with former Bills backup
Moving on from their entire 2023 quarterback group, the Steelers have an interesting replacement setup on tap. Russell Wilson and Justin Fields comprise the core components of the 2024 QB room, but the team added a third piece Monday.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 28, 2023
AFC East stock up, down: What's shaking at backup QB for Bills?
With the preseason behind us, here's a look at whose stock is up and down in the AFC East ahead of the start of the regular season.
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / January 19, 2023
2023 NFL quarterback analysis: Houston Texans
After flashing glimpses of talent as a rookie in 2021, Davis Mills ended any chance of being Houston's franchise quarterback in 2022. Houston will likely use the second pick in the draft on a QB, but who knows which one?
NFL News / Yardbarker / November 27, 2022
NFL Week 12: What we learned and how it applies to Week 13 wagers
Who said home favorites never cover? Well, they didn't through the first 11 weeks of the season, but that was far from the case in Week 12. So, what else is new on the NFL betting front?
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