Former Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker is signing to the Carolina Panthers’ practice squad, according to Panthers writer Mike Kaye.

Hooker, a 2023 third-round pick from the Lions, entered training camp with the common belief he was the favorite to win Detroit’s backup quarterback job behind Jared Goff. However, after struggles in the preseason—along with a very strong performance from veteran quarterback Kyle Allen—it was clear Hooker had fallen out of favor in Detroit. After the Lions’ final preseason game, Lions coach Dan Campbell even wondered aloud if Hooker would benefit from a new home.

“How much development do you believe there still is? Sometimes does the player need a change of scenery?” Campbell said. “What about our own depth in other areas? I mentioned this the other

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