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Joshua Dobbs projected as Lions' third quarterback ahead of preseason opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:10 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Joshua Dobbs projected as Lions' third quarterback ahead of preseason opener
Summary

The Detroit Lions will begin their 2026 preseason against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday at 7 p.m. EDT at Paycor Stadium. Former Tennessee quarterback Joshua Dobbs, who signed with the Lions on Monday, is listed as the third quarterback on the team's unofficial depth chart. Jared Goff is positioned as the starter, with rookie Luke Altmyer listed second. Dobbs has extensive NFL experience with several teams, including the Lions, where he first joined the practice squad in 2022.

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  • •Lions face Bengals in 2026 preseason opener on August 13.
  • •Joshua Dobbs signs with Lions and listed as third QB.
  • •Jared Goff named starting quarterback for Detroit.
  • •Rookie Luke Altmyer positioned as second-string quarterback.
  • •Dobbs has played for multiple NFL teams since 2017.
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  • 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — NFL preseason Week 1: Joshua Dobbs' projection on Lions' depth chart
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Where Joshua Dobbs is projected on Detroit's depth chart ahead of the first 2026 NFL preseason game.

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