Josh Dobbs scores 50-yard touchdown run against Commanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 4:42 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Josh Dobbs registered a 50-yard touchdown run for the Detroit Lions against the Washington Commanders on August 22. After struggling with two early turnovers, including a strip-sack touchdown conceded to the Commanders, Dobbs showcased his mobility on a zone-read play, aided by a key block from wide receiver Tay Martin. Dobbs' performance is part of the Lions' evaluation of their backup quarterback position, as Detroit recently signed him following Teddy Bridgewater's retirement. The Lions have plans for rookie Luke Altmyer to also get significant playing time.
- •Dobbs starts for the Lions after signing earlier this month.
- •The game is taking place at Ford Field.
- •Dobbs had two turnovers before the touchdown run.
- •Detroit's quarterback plan involves equal opportunities for Dobbs and Altmyer.
- 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — WATCH: Josh Dobbs Rips Off 50-Yard TD Run vs. Commanders
"Josh Dobbs bounced back from two early turnovers with a 50-yard touchdown run against Washington, aided by a huge block from Tay Martin.
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