DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 18: D'Andre Swift #32 of the Detroit Lions celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Commanders during the third quarter at Ford Field on September 18, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images)
The Detroit Lions have a sturdy starting quarterback in Jared Goff. Now, they finally have a backup of sorts to Goff and possibly someone who could take over years down the line.
That guy is Hendon Hooker, who the Lions drafted in the third round. But, don’t run out and buy that Hooker jersey just yet. This situation is a bit complicated.
Here’s the scoop on Hooker, who is getting tons of positive buzz right now, and why you won’t see him on the field for a quite a while.
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