Lions rookie QB Luke Altmyer makes preseason debut against Bengals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Rookie quarterback Luke Altmyer is set to make his NFL preseason debut for the Detroit Lions against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night. With backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater's retirement, Altmyer has the opportunity to showcase his skills as starters Jared Goff and others are expected to sit out. Altmyer previously started 35 games at Illinois, throwing for 7,924 yards and 60 touchdowns. Lions head coach Dan Campbell remarked on Altmyer's promising performances during training camp, indicating he is ready for the challenge ahead. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati.
- •Luke Altmyer will debut against the Bengals on Aug. 13.
- •Teddy Bridgewater's retirement opens the QB role for Altmyer.
- •Jared Goff and starters likely to sit out the game.
- •Altmyer completed over 60% of his passes at Illinois.
- •Game starts at 7 p.m. ET, broadcast locally on Fox 2 Detroit.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Lions QB Luke Altmyer eager for NFL preseason debut vs. Bengals
"Rookie quarterback Luke Altmyer will make his NFL preseason debut for the Detroit Lions at the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night.
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