Hendon Hooker

Hendon Hooker tied C.J. Stroud in the 2023 NFL Draft QB Class in yards per attempt this past season, playing in Tennesse's RPO spread offense. The dual-threat quarterback averaged nearly 59 rushing yards per game as the Volunteers starting quarterback, before tearing his ACL in 2022. The injury and status as a 25-year-old rookie will scare off some NFL teams from selecting Hooker, but his experience, consistent improvement and polish will earn him a shot to find success at the next level.

The Detroit Lions have selected QB Hendon Hooker with the No. 68 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

The Lions get the quarterback of their future in Hooker out of Tennessee. Jared Goff should remain the starter undercenter for the Lions this season as the bridge quarterback. There were some who thought Hooker was a first-round talent before tearing his ACL. He'll be able to sit behind Goff for at least this upcoming season.