Lions Sign Illinois QB Luke Altmyer as Undrafted Free Agent
The Illinois standout now enters a depth chart led by Jared Goff with Teddy Bridgewater as the veteran backup.
Overview
- The Lions signed former Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer as an undrafted free agent to add depth behind starter Jared Goff.
- Altmyer will try to earn a roster spot in rookie camp and Organized Team Activities, with no expectation that he starts right away.
- Detroit’s quarterback room also includes Teddy Bridgewater, who is positioned as the primary backup.
- Altmyer started three seasons at Illinois after transferring from Ole Miss, where he backed up Matt Corral and later lost a competition to Jaxson Dart.
- He brings accuracy, mobility, and a 2025 peak of 3,007 passing yards on a 67.4% completion rate, which could help him stick through preseason.