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Former Tennessee Vols QB Hendon Hooker's situation with the Detroit Lions just got even worse

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker probably isn't feeling great about his future with the Detroit Lions right now. Hooker, a third round selection by the Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft, was demoted during the playoffs last season to the No.

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Lions Agree to Deal With Former Steelers Quarterback

Ahead of the Detroit Lions' playoff matchup against the Washington Commanders, they made an interesting decision. They changed their backup quarterback.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 5

Lions now have a very interesting option to replace Hendon Hooker

Going back to last summer, despite recent and expected sentiment that was too easy to put out there, the Detroit Lions have made it clear they'd replace Hendon Hooker as Jared Goff's backup if they could.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 4

Salary cap analyst offers wildly unlikely trade candidate for the Lions

As they shape their offseason plan, the Detroit Lions will of course have to consider who to keep and who not to. That extends beyond free agency, to trade possibilities as areas of the roster are upgraded or otherwise tweaked.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 1

Lions get rightly called out for how they've handled Hendon Hooker lately

The Detroit Lions knew what they were getting into when the took quarterback Hendon Hooker in the third round (No. 68 overall) of the 2023 draft. He was coming off a torn ACL from late in his final college season, and he also had to learn the complexities of an NFL offense after Tennessee's offense was not all that advanced.

The Lions have met with multiple quarterbacks at the NFL Combine including Alabama's Jalen Milroe, what that could mean for Hendon Hooker's future

The Detroit Lions have been talking to a lot of different positions at the NFL Combine this week, but quarterback is one that maybe most felt they would avoid.

Detroit Lions News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / February 27

Detroit Lions Media Personality Shares Honest Hendon Hooker Statement

Former Vols QB Hendon Hooker has had it rough to start his NFL career. Tom Mazaway weighs in on the Lions' decision to turn away from the second-year QB.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 25

'They damaged him' - Detroit media personality makes strong statement about former Tennessee Vols QB Hendon Hooker

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker is at a crossroads with the Detroit Lions. Hooker, a third round selection by the Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft, was expected to secure a role as Detroit's top backup quarterback last season. For a while, it looked like that's exactly what was going to happen.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 23

Four Quarterbacks Lions Should Watch at NFL Combine

The Detroit Lions have their franchise quarterback in place, as Jared Goff is set to enter the first year of his four-year lucrative contract extension.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 20

The Lions will never be able to do the best thing they can do for Hendon Hooker and it's the NFL's fault

The best thing about the offseason is that you get to think about the possibilities of things and maybe create a few what-if situations. Sometimes you find yourself scrolling through Twitter and you find a perfect what-if situation that you have to write about.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / February 17

Who is Hendon Hooker? The Detroit Lions quarterback being tipped as future New York Jets star

The New York Jets will be searching for a new quarterback this offseason after parting ways with future Hall-of-Famer Aaron Rodgers. The Aaron Rodgers decision came as no surprise across the league as new general manager Darren Mougey said he wanted to ‘fix’ the Jets QB problem.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / February 17

Do the Lions have a sneaky alternate plan with Hendon Hooker?

When the Detroit Lions took quarterback Hendon Hooker in the third round (pick No. 68 overall) in the 2023 draft, they knew he would have what amounted to a redshirt rookie season as he worked his way back from a torn ACL late in his final college season at Tennessee.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 16

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback called a 'hidden gem' in the NFL by former Pro Bowler

A former NFL Pro Bowler described a former Tennessee Vols quarterback as a "hidden gem" this week. Former NFL safety Rodney Harrison, who won two Super

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 14

Former Patriots Safety Would Take Hendon Hooker Over Shedeur Sanders

Detroit Lions backup quarterback Hendon Hooker has been a popular name in trade proposals this offseason. With several teams in need of a quarterback, and a less-than-stellar draft class, some have wondered whether teams would benefit more from trading for a player like Hooker than drafting a rookie signal-caller.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / February 14

Will Jets make a play for Hendon Hooker?

Jets coach Aaron Glenn decided, along with G.M. Darren Mougey, to move on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers. So what's next for the Jets at the most important position on the team?

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / February 13

Hendon Hooker and 2 other Lions players who could be traded this offseason

After falling short in the playoffs for a second straight year, and despite Brad Holmes dismissing the notion any chance he has, the Detroit Lions are in a "Super Bowl window" that has narrowed a little bit but is still absolutely open.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 10

ESPN analyst mentions former Tennessee Vols QB Hendon Hooker as a potential starting option for NFL franchise in 2025

There's been some speculation over the last few weeks that the Detroit Lions could trade former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker this offseason. Hooker, a third round selection by the Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft, was pushed to the No.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 10

Lions should consider giving a former second overall pick a shot in free agency, has ties to Detroit's coaching staff

Right now it seems like there are two camps when it comes to Detroit Lions backup quarterback Hendon Hooker. You're either still firmly in on him or you're sort of seeing the light that the Lions just don't have a ton of faith in him.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / February 8

Lions trade proposal moves Hendon Hooker in package for $94 million Pro Bowler

With the Detroit Lions' need for pass-rush help, one NFL analyst proposes a trade between them and the Las Vegas Raiders that would add a $94 million superstar to bolster the pass-rush.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / February 2

Hendon Hooker trade speculation has already had expected kibosh put on it

Here are some base level things when it comes to Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker. He is 27 years old, now halfway through a four-year rookie contract.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 2

Lions Offseason Buzz: Is QB Hendon Hooker Still Valued?

The Detroit Lions still value quarterback Hendon Hooker and his role as Jared Goff's backup. With former passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand departing for the Jets to run their offense, many naturally expect the Jets to have interest in pursuing the 27-year-old.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 30

Hendon Hooker Listed as Player Lions Could Release

The Detroit Lions making the decision to sign Teddy Bridgewater late in the 2024 season has left many wondering about the future of backup quarterback Hendon Hooker.

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 16

Raiders Potential Trade Scenario for Lions' Hendon Hooker

The Las Vegas Raiders have started their search for the next head coach of the Silver and Black. The team will be looking for the right fit to lead the franchise back to their winning ways.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 21

This Lions quarterback has taken lead to back up Jared Goff

The Detroit Lions are still sorting out their quarterbacks behind starter Jared Goff.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / June 9

Lions HC Dan Campbell discusses QB Hendon Hooker

Hooker was in the midst of a terrific final season at Tennessee when he suffered an ACL tear that cut his season short and undermined his draft stock. Detroit added the big-armed passer anyway, viewing him as a talent worth developing behind Goff.

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