Dobbs Elevates Lions’ Backup QB Race

Detroit’s preseason finale vs. Indianapolis ended with a 25-16 Lions win that helped Josh Dobbs in the backup-quarterback race. He went 15-for-19 for 128 yards with two touchdowns and led a late scoring drive, including a precise two-minute drill to close the first half highlighted by a 35-yard sequence setting up a 2-yard TD pass. Altmyer started and finished 7-for-11 for 55 yards but endured a first-quarter interception, a second-half fumble, and sacks, and he also oversaw a 75-yard TD drive on his second possession. Detroit benefited from 100 rushing yards by Jacob Saylors and receiving scores from Tay Martin and Lucky Jackson, while the Colts committed four turnovers. Lions coach Dan Campbell declined to name a definite No. 2 quarterback, praising Dobbs’s composure as the competition with Altmyer continues. Anthony Richardson flashed moments for Indy but the Colts’ offense overall had limited sustained success.