Hendon Hooker

The Panthers released QB Hendon Hooker.

Fantasy Impact

Hooker had been elevated from the Panthers practice squad back in Week 8. He will likely seek a depth role with another team.

The Panthers elevated QB Hendon Hooker from their practice squad.

Fantasy Impact

Hooker is set to serve as the backup behind Andy Dalton with Bryce Young sidelined.

The Carolina Panthers are bringing in quarterback Hendon Hooker on their practice squad.

Fantasy Impact

Hooker is entering his third season in the NFL after being a Round 3 pick following a standout senior season at Tennessee. Unfortunately, an injury kept him out during his rookie year, and he struggled in the preseason. The Volunteers' offense is not necessarily a pro-style offense and Hooker may need to continue to develop to be a backup QB, but he is also 27 years old. He can learn and develop behind veteran Andy Dalton while backing up Bryce Young.

The Detroit Lions are waiving third-year quarterback Hendon Hooker ahead of the 53-man roster deadline.

Fantasy Impact

Hooker was a third-round selection out of Tennessee, but he never got much opportunity in the NFL playing behind Jared Goff and missing his rookie season due to injury. However, he did struggle in the preseason and has dealt with health concerns. At 27 years old, he's not as young as other third-year players but could find a new opportunity elsewhere as a QB2.

Hendon Hooker has won the QB2 job for the Detroit Lions.

Fantasy Impact

Hooker was competing for the backup job with Nate Sudfeld and Jake Fromm this offseason, but after an impressive preseason, he has won the role and the other two are off of the team. He has flashed a good amount of potential and could be an above-average backup if Jared Goff ever goes down with an injury.