Detroit Lions Pick QB Hendon Hooker in 2023 Draft to Provide Insurance Behind Jared Goff

The Detroit Lions selected Hendon Hooker in the third round to compete for the backup quarterback job behind starter Jared Goff.
Hooker is recovering from a torn ACL but expects to be cleared to play by Week 1 of the regular season.
The Lions see Hooker as a potential successor to Goff in 2024 when Goff's contract has no guaranteed money left.
Hooker had an impressive final season at Tennessee, completing nearly 70% of his passes for over 3,100 yards and 27 touchdowns with just two interceptions.
Hooker's father and Lions GM Brad Holmes were teammates at North Carolina A&T, where Hooker's brother currently plays football.