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The Bears have made several moves for free agents this offseason, including signing players like WR Olamide Zaccheaus, C Drew Dalman, DE Dayo Odeyingbo, DT Grady Jarrett, G Joe Thuney, and G Jonah Jackson.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / April 13

Lions expect good competition between backup QBs Hendon Hooker, Kyle Allen

Lions quarterback Jared Goff has started all 17 games for three consecutive seasons. But if Goff goes down, the Lions want to know they have a backup they can win with.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 1

Kyle Allen & Hendon Hooker Will Battle For Lions Backup QB Role

Lions GM Brad Holmes revealed the team signed QB Kyle Allen to challenge QB Hendon Hooker for the backup quarterback position, via Eric Woodyard. “Still got high hopes for him but nobody’s gonna be given a job either,” he said.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 31

Lions Signed Kyle Allen to Compete With Hendon Hooker for Backup Job

The Detroit Lions want Hendon Hooker to compete with veteran Kyle Allen for the backup quarterback job in Detroit. General manager Brad Holmes expressed the organization still has high hopes for the former third-round draft pick.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / March 14

Lions Sign Former Steelers QB

Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kyle Allen has found a new home in the NFL, signing with the Detroit Lions, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

NFL Draft News

Giants trade up to No. 25 pick and select QB Jaxson Dart

Packers' historic NFL Draft pick will help Jordan Love

Steelers made right call addressing pass rush instead of drafting Shedeur Sanders

What are the Buccaneers are getting in WR Emeka Egbuka?

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / March 13

Report: Detroit Lions adding veteran quarterback in free agency

The Detroit Lions’ backup quarterback situation just got a little more interesting after agreeing to terms with Kyle Allen in free agency. According to a report from Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, the Detroit Lions are adding veteran quarterback Kyle Allen.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 14

Lions to sign veteran quarterback to backup Jared Goff

The Lions have added a veteran to their quarterbacks room.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13

Lions Signing QB Kyle Allen

The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms on a deal with QB Kyle Allen, according to Mike Garafolo. Allen, 29, signed on with the Panthers as an undrafted free agent back in 2018.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 6

Josh Allen, Hailee Steinfeld potential wedding party revealed after golf bachelor party

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen had a great time celebrating his engagement to Hailee Steinfeld by having a golf bachelor party over the weekend. Allen was joined by his friends — and potential wedding party — as they headed to Los Angeles to watch some TGL.

NFL News / Steelers Now / August 24

DB’s Steelers Dudes & Duds: Herbig Stays Hot, Slot Corner a Question Mark

The preseason finale was a much better showing for the Pittsburgh Steelers, mainly because the first-team offense showed some signs of life with both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields promptly leading touchdown drives early in the contest.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / August 22

Justin Fields Wants Steelers Starter Job: ‘I’ve Shown What I Can Do’

The Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots are the only teams in the NFL who haven’t declared a starting quarterback yet. Russell Wilson appears to be in pole position, as Mike Tomlin confirmed that he’ll be the starter in Saturday’s preseason finale against the Detroit Lions.

NFL News / Steelers Now / August 16

Mitch Trubisky Has ‘No Hard Feelings’ Toward Steelers

Buffalo Bills quarterback Mitch Trubisky had a tumultuous two-year tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but he has no hard feelings toward the organization.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 15

Steelers' Assistant GM Andy Weidl Absolutely Confident In Waiting For QB Contract Extension

The Pittsburgh Steelers are entering the 2024 season with a brand new quarterback room. They got rid of every single quarterback from the 2023 season in one way or another.

NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / August 13

'Fighting' Steelers backup QB among Josh Allen’s goals for upcoming joint practice

The referees may have their hands full when the Pittsburgh Steelers host the Buffalo Bills for a joint practice on August 15, as quarterback Josh Allen has his sights firmly set on an opposing player.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 29

Steelers' Kyle Allen Takes Subtle Jab At Offense For Previous '7 Shots' Failure

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been trying to figure their new offense out to begin training camp, but that's pretty hard to do when the expected starting quarterback, Russell Wilson, is out due to injury.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 29

Steelers' Kyle Allen Hints At New Role And Position For Darnell Washington

The Pittsburgh Steelers have wrapped up the first week of training camp 2024, and will prepare for their first padded practice on Tuesday. Several players have made the most of their reps early on, but all eyes continue to be on the Steelers' offense.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 28

Surprising Steelers QB impressing HC Mike Tomlin at training camp

The entire QB room is full of new faces all the way up to the quarterbacks coach Tom Arth.

Mike Tomlin reveals how Steelers will split reps between Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

Steelers’ Mike Tomlin Shares New Update On Russell Wilson’s Injury

Steelers' Justin Fields has 'good' day with Russell Wilson sidelined

Why replacing a franchise NFL QB is nearly impossible

The 'Prominent quarterbacks in Pittsburgh Steelers history' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / June 4

Steelers QB3 Kyle Allen Revealing His Mindset For The 2024 Season: 'I have Started Games'

The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback room underwent a major transformation in the 2024 offseason. They kicked off the changes by signing veteran quarterback Russell Wilson to a one-year deal worth the veteran minimum.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / June 2

Steelers Third-String QB Kyle Allen is Prepared for Anything

As the Pittsburgh Steelers’ No. 3 quarterback, Kyle Allen is often forgotten. Rightfully so, all the talk is centered around Russell Wilson and Justin Fields.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 12

Undrafted rookie QB says Steelers 'believed' in him the most

John Rhys Plumlee revealed on Saturday why he chose the Steelers despite having several suitors following the 2024 NFL Draft.

Steelers rookie O-linemen can find early roles thanks to 'versatility'

Steelers first-round pick has already 'apologized' to new locker mate

Steelers rookie LB Payton Wilson couldn't be in a 'better situation'

The most memorable seasons by NFL backup quarterbacks

The 'Most career NFL passing yards' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1, 2024

Steelers add another veteran QB on one-year deal

Steelers add another veteran quarterback on one-year deal

The Steelers’ quarterback room continues to expand. Pittsburgh announced Monday that they are signing the veteran QB to a one-year deal.

Former LB compares Steelers' trades for Justin Fields, Hall of Famer

Steelers named 'best landing spot' for two of top remaining free agents

The most memorable seasons by NFL backup quarterbacks

The 'NFL QBs with the most career rushing touchdowns' quiz

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 25, 2024

Steelers round out QB room with former Bills backup

Moving on from their entire 2023 quarterback group, the Steelers have an interesting replacement setup on tap. Russell Wilson and Justin Fields comprise the core components of the 2024 QB room, but the team added a third piece Monday.

Steelers adding former NFC East speedster to WR corps

John Harbaugh addresses former Raven Patrick Queen joining Steelers

Bears GM opens up about trading Justin Fields to Steelers

How hard is it to replace an NFL franchise QB?

The '1990-93 Buffalo Bills Pro Bowlers' quiz

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / December 28, 2023

Bills QB Josh Allen: Contract Restructure Coming?

The Buffalo Bills are fighting to get back into the playoffs, but there is reason to look forward to the offseason to try and keep this team in its contender window.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / January 19, 2023

2023 NFL quarterback analysis: Houston Texans

After flashing glimpses of talent as a rookie in 2021, Davis Mills ended any chance of being Houston's franchise quarterback in 2022. Houston will likely use the second pick in the draft on a QB, but who knows which one?

Sean Payton Would 'Absolutely' Consider This Coaching Position

Texans Complete HC Interview With Broncos DC Ejiro Evero

The biggest quarterback trades in NFL history

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 16, 2022

Texans signing former Commanders QB Kyle Allen

Kyle Allen joined the Commanders via a trade from the Carolina Panthers in March 2020 and, most recently, appeared in two games during the 2021 campaign.

The greatest backup quarterbacks in NFL history

The '4,000 passing yards just once' quiz