Lions quickly find replacement for Teddy Bridgewater with QB signing

These records, however, require more context. Most of Dobbs' starts came with the Arizona Cardinals during the 2023 season. He went 1-7 for Arizona, which traded him to the Minnesota Vikings before the trade deadline passed. More talented QBs wouldn't have flourished with that dreadful Cardinals squad, which finished the season 4-13. 

When Dobbs arrived in Minnesota, he fared better, going 2-2 in four starts before being benched in favor of Nick Mullens because of erratic play. He also demonstrated his ability to learn on the fly, essential for a backup QB. 

Days after Minnesota acquired him, Dobbs, who was not slated to start, was forced to enter a Week 9 road contest against the Atlanta Falcons after QB Jaren Hall suffered a concussion. Despite not knowing the playbook or his teammates' names, he led Minnesota to a 31-28 win.

Unsurprisingly, Dobbs is a quick study. He graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in aerospace engineering. In 2020, the QB interned at NASA as part of his NFLPA externship. An NFL playbook must feel like elementary stuff to a rocket scientist.

The Lions want five-time Pro Bowler Goff to remain healthy during the 2026 season. However, if he suffers an injury that forces him to miss time, Detroit knows Dobbs can step in on short notice.