Hendon Hooker
26-Year-Old
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A third-round pick in last year’s draft, Hooker spent most of his rookie season recovering from an ACL injury from November 2022. He was finally healthy enough to suit up as the emergency No. 3 QB the final three regular-season games and in the playoffs, though he never took a snap. Jared Goff, who is expected to sign a contract extension prior after leading the Lions to the NFC championship game, is secure as the starter, but Hooker should take over the backup spot this season. Hooker, 26, has a strong arm, though perhaps not elite, and should regain most of his mobility and athleticism post-injury. At 604, 208, Hooker has prototypical QB size, and the Lions offer a strong supporting cast. It’s an intriguing setup should Hooker be pressed into action. Read Past Outlooks
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No game reps as rookie
Hooker did not appear in a game during the 2023 season.
ANALYSIS
Drafted in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Hooker had a slow start to his professional career while rebounding from a torn ACL from November 2022, when he was a Heisman Trophy candidate at Tennessee. While he did not appear in a game as a rookie, Hooker did serve as the emergency No. 3 quarterback for the final three regular-season games and each of Detroit's playoff contests. With Teddy Bridgewater set to retire this offseason, the path is wide open for Hooker to open the 2024 campaign as Detroit's backup quarterback behind Jared Goff.
Drafted in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Hooker had a slow start to his professional career while rebounding from a torn ACL from November 2022, when he was a Heisman Trophy candidate at Tennessee. While he did not appear in a game as a rookie, Hooker did serve as the emergency No. 3 quarterback for the final three regular-season games and each of Detroit's playoff contests. With Teddy Bridgewater set to retire this offseason, the path is wide open for Hooker to open the 2024 campaign as Detroit's backup quarterback behind Jared Goff.
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Looking crisp in OTAs
In his observations of Lions OTAs, Colton Pouncy of The Athletic notes that Hooker showed good velocity on his throws during drills Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Per Pouncy, Hooker had good touch on his deep balls, including a pass down the right sideline to wide receiver Daurice Fountain that drew plenty of attention from teammates and coaches. Hooker missed most of the 2023 season while recovering from a torn ACL he sustained in 2022 at Tennessee. He was taken off the reserve/non-football injury list ahead of Week 16 against the Vikings, but he merely served as the emergency quarterback behind Jared Goff and Teddy Bridgewater for the rest of the season. Hooker is set to serve as the primary backup to Goff in 2024.
Per Pouncy, Hooker had good touch on his deep balls, including a pass down the right sideline to wide receiver Daurice Fountain that drew plenty of attention from teammates and coaches. Hooker missed most of the 2023 season while recovering from a torn ACL he sustained in 2022 at Tennessee. He was taken off the reserve/non-football injury list ahead of Week 16 against the Vikings, but he merely served as the emergency quarterback behind Jared Goff and Teddy Bridgewater for the rest of the season. Hooker is set to serve as the primary backup to Goff in 2024.
2023 Fantasy Outlook
Hooker might be the quarterback of the future in Detroit, but the Tennessee product has long odds of seeing the field as a rookie. Not only is Jared Goff cemented atop the depth chart, Hooker -- who coach Dan Campbell said is headed toward a "redshirt" year -- is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in November 2022 and doesn't have a clear timetable to resume full activities. However, the Lions have minimal commitments to Goff once the season is done, giving Hooker at least a slight chance to compete for a starting gig in 2024.
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Emergency QB for NFC Championship
Hooker (mouth) is inactive for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the 49ers but will serve as the emergency third quarterback, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
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Questionable for Sunday
Hooker (mouth) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the 49ers, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
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Emergency option
Hooker (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Vikings, but will be available as an emergency option at quarterback.
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Inactive for Saturday night
Hooker (coach's decision) is inactive for Saturday night's game against the Cowboys.
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Serving as No. 3 QB
Hooker (coach's decision) is inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the Vikings.
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