Lions plan limited starter participation in preseason opener vs. Bengals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell stated that most starters will not participate in the preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on August 11, 2023. While Campbell acknowledged some players competing for spots may see action, he confirmed that quarterback Jared Goff will not play. Undrafted rookie quarterback Luke Altmyer is expected to receive significant playing time, with plans to integrate newly signed veteran Josh Dobbs as well. Campbell indicated that a more extensive use of starters could occur in the following week's game against the Washington Commanders.
- •Dan Campbell plans limited starter play in preseason opener
- •Jared Goff will not participate against Bengals
- •Luke Altmyer set for significant snaps on Thursday
- •Josh Dobbs to quickly integrate into the team
- •Full participation might change for Week 2 vs. Commanders
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell reveals Lions’ plan for starters in preseason opener vs. Bengals
"Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell gave some insight into the team’s strategy involving starters in the preseason.
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