With the Detroit Lions securing Jared Goff with a multi-year extension, backup quarterback Hendon Hooker may need to look elsewhere to achieve his aspirations of becoming an NFL starter. Justin Melo of The Draft Network recently highlighted three teams that could be potential destinations for Hooker: the Los Angeles Rams, New York Giants, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Each team has unique circumstances that make a trade for Hooker a plausible option. Let’s take a deeper look at what Melo wrote:
Quarterback Transition: The Rams are looking for a long-term quarterback as Matthew Stafford ages, with current backups not seen as permanent successors.
Hooker’s Opportunity: Hendon Hooker could become Stafford’s primary backup in 2024, filling in during Jimmy Garoppolo’s suspension and potentially securing a larger role.
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Development Potential: Under Sean McVay’s guidance, Hooker could develop into Stafford’s successor as he gains experience and hones his