Detroit Lions face roster questions at QB and WR ahead of cuts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 1:06 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Detroit Lions are evaluating player performance as roster cuts approach. Following Teddy Bridgewater's retirement, Luke Altmyer and Josh Dobbs have shown promise in the quarterback competition. Coach Dan Campbell praised the depth of the receiver group, noting that multiple players have the potential to secure roster spots. The upcoming weeks will be critical for finalizing the roster ahead of cutdown day in less than two weeks.
- •Lions performed well in preseason opener against Cincinnati Bengals.
- •Quarterback competition intensifies between Luke Altmyer and Josh Dobbs.
- •Dan Campbell considers receiver group the deepest he has seen in Detroit.
- •Cutdown day is scheduled in less than two weeks.
- •Injuries affecting running back competition among Sione Vaki and Jacob Saylors.
- 1:06 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions roster bubble watch: Big questions at QB, WR
"Predicting the tightest Detroit Lions training camp battles on offense after Preseason Game 1.
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