Lions plan to add veteran QB after Teddy Bridgewater steps away
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell confirmed the team will seek a veteran quarterback following Teddy Bridgewater's departure. With only Jared Goff and rookie Luke Altmyer remaining in the quarterback room, the Lions aim to bolster their roster. Campbell expressed urgency in adding experienced talent to support Altmyer's development, highlighting the rookie's improvement during offseason practices. The Lions hope to finalize this acquisition soon.
- •Teddy Bridgewater has stepped away from the Lions.
- •Jared Goff and Luke Altmyer are currently the only quarterbacks on the roster.
- •Dan Campbell confirmed a plan to add a veteran QB.
- •The Lions aim for a swift addition to assist Altmyer's development.
- •Drew Petzing praised Altmyer's improvement during training.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Lions planning to add veteran QB amid Teddy Bridgewater departure
"Amid Teddy Bridgewater's decision to step away, Lions head coach Dan Campbell confirmed that the organization will look to add a veteran.
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