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Fantasy Player Profile David Blough

  • David Blough
  • QB #17
  • David
    Blough
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  • Manager: FA
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@SF: #5 vs opposing QB - 13.60 FPA
Bye Week13Rank58% Rostered-% Change-WK 17 Pts13.58WK 18 Pts5.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1KC
Loss, 21-44
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2@LV
Win, 29-23
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3LA
Loss, 12-20
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4@CAR
Win, 26-16
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5PHI
Loss, 17-20
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6@SEA
Loss, 9-19
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7NO
Win, 42-34
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8@MIN
Loss, 26-34
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9SEA
Loss, 21-31
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10@LA
Win, 27-17
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11SF
Loss, 10-38
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12LAC
Loss, 24-25
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13Bye  ------------0.00
14NE
Loss, 13-27
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15@DEN
Loss, 15-24
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16TB
Loss, 16-19
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17@ATL
Loss, 19-20
2221-7--------13.58
18@SF
Loss, 13-38
18012-2-------15.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
  PassingRushingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDIntYdsTDLostPts
1KC,
L 21-44
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2@LV,
W 29-23
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3LA,
L 12-20
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4@CAR,
W 26-16
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5PHI,
L 17-20
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6@SEA,
L 9-19
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7NO,
W 42-34
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8@MIN,
L 26-34
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9SEA,
L 21-31
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10@LA,
W 27-17
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11SF,
L 10-38
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12LAC,
L 24-25
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13Bye------0.00
14NE,
L 13-27
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15@DEN,
L 15-24
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16TB,
L 16-19
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17@ATL,
L 19-20
2221-7--13.58
18@SF,
L 13-38
18012-2-15.00
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News

  • Getting concussion check

    Blough was examined for a head injury during Sunday's contest at San Francisco.

    Analysis: The Cardinals made the announcement near the end of the third quarter, and if Blough is unable to return, he'll end Week 18 having completed 14 of 18 passes for 180 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions, while turning two carries into minus-2 yards and losing a fumble. With Kyler Murray (knee) on IR and Colt McCoy (concussion) inactive Sunday, Trace McSorley took over for Blough under center.

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will start season finale

    Blough will start Sunday's game against the 49ers, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Kliff Kingsbury made the announcement Wednesday, ruling out Colt McCoy (concussion) in the process. Blough drew his first start for Arizona in last week's 20-19 loss to Atlanta, completing 24 of 40 passes for 222 yards and one touchdown. Dual-threat signal-caller Trace McSorley is the other healthy quarterback on the roster and will serve as Blough's backup.

    Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moderate success in spot start

    Blough completed 24 of 40 passes for 222 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in Sunday's 20-19 loss to the Falcons.

    Analysis: Blough got a spot start with Colt McCoy sidelined by a concussion. He showed some competence even without the benefit of targeting DeAndre Hopkins (knee), and he connected regularly with Trey McBride and Marquise Brown. Blough threw his lone touchdown of the game early in the second quarter on a four-yard toss to Trey McBride. It remains to be seen who will be under center for Arizona in Week 18 for a matchup against the 49ers.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 10:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Named as Week 17 starter

    Blough will start Sunday's game in Atlanta with Colt McCoy bothered by concussion symptoms again, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Blough signed with the Cardinals less than three weeks ago and now gets the nod over Trace McSorley, who had three turnovers and only 4.8 yards per pass attempt in last week's loss to Tampa Bay. While not as mobile as McSorley, the 27-year-old Blough is likely at least somewhat more accurate as a passer, though he completed only 54 percent of his throws while going 0-5 as a starter for the Lions back in 2019. He didn't have much help in his Detroit days, and that could be the case again this…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to Arizona's active roster

    The Cardinals signed Blough to their active roster Wednesday.

    Analysis: With Kyler Murray (knee) out for the year, Blough has been signed to Arizona's active roster and will operate as the No. 3 quarterback behind Colt McCoy and Trace McSorley. The Cardinals also signed Carson Strong to their practice squad. Blough has appeared in seven career games, all coming with the Lions between 2019 and 2021.

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins Arizona's practice squad

    The Cardinals signed Blough to their practice squad Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Blough's signing comes in the wake of Kyler Murray's season-ending knee injury. Colt McCoy will step up as the starter, while Trace McSorley operates as the primary backup, so Blough will simply provide emergency depth on the practice squad. The undrafted product out of Purdue has appeared in seven career games, all coming with the Lions between 2019 and 2021.

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To join Minnesota practice squad

    Blough plans to join Minnesota's practice squad, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: He'll serve as Minnesota's third quarterback if he ends up signing with the Vikings. He was waived by Detroit after an unimpressive preseason.

    Published: Thu, Sep 1 at 8:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially let go

    Blough was waived by the Lions on Wednesday.

    Analysis: As expected, Blough was let go after Nate Sudfeld passed his physical and signed with Detroit. Blough failed to impress this preseason and will now look for another opportunity elsewhere, likely starting the season on a team's practice squad.

    Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to be cut

    The Lions are expected to waive Blough if Nate Sudfeld passes his physical in Detroit on Wednesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: It initially seemed like Blough had beaten out Tim Boyle for the backup job behind Jared Goff, but it seems that Detroit wants to go in a completely different direction after both of them put together underwhelming preseason performances. However, unless another team saw enough promise in the 27-year-old to put in a waiver claim, Blough would seem like a strong candidate to land on the practice squad.

    Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 5:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws for 160 yards

    Blough completed 17 of 32 passes for 160 yards with one touchdown while rushing twice for 11 yards during Sunday's 19-9 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Tim Boyle got the start, but Blough seemed to outplay him again despite averaging 5.0 yards per pass attempt. However, given the underwhelming play that Detroit has gotten from its backup quarterbacks this preseason, Detroit could be keeping a close eye on which quarterbacks don't survive roster cuts around the league this week.

    Published: Sun, Aug 28 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to start Saturday

    Coach Dan Campbell indicated Blough will start Detroit's preseason game at Indianapolis on Saturday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: It's an encouraging vote of confidence in Blough, who outplayed Tim Boyle for nearly the entire game in the Lions' preseason opener vs. Atlanta before fumbling a crucial snap late in the fourth quarter that essentially cost his team the game. It appears that he and Boyle are in a legitimate competition for the backup job behind Jared Goff, and Blough could give himself a big boost with another solid performance against the Colts.

    Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Fumbles game away

    Blough completed 18 of 28 passes for 141 yards during Friday's 27-23 preseason loss to Atlanta while adding 22 rushing yards and one fumble on four carries.

    Analysis: Blough had seemingly outplayed the favorite for the backup quarterback job, Tim Boyle, for most of the game, but he blew it by fumbling a snap late in the fourth quarter, when Detroit simply could have ran out the clock. With Detroit reportedly looking to keep only two signal callers on the active roster this fall, Blough probably can't afford any more costly mental errors if he wants to remain in contention for the backup gig.

    Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 7:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Staying with Lions

    Blough agreed to re-sign with the Lions on Thursday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Blough served mainly as Detroit's No. 3 quarterback in 2021 and played just four offensive snaps during his third season with the Lions. He should continue to serve behind starter Jared Goff and primary backup Tim Boyle heading into the 2022 campaign

    Published: Thu, Mar 17 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains No. 3 QB

    Blough (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: While dressing as the No. 2 quarterback behind starter Tim Boyle in last week's 13-10 loss to the Browns, Blough didn't see the field, even though Boyle finished with just 15 completions for 77 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions on 23 attempts (3.3 YPA). Despite leading a listless offense in his first NFL start, Boyle looks like he'll hang on to the No. 2 job for now with top quarterback Jared Goff (oblique) rejoining the lineup Thanksgiving Day after a one-game absence.

    Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Enters game in garbage time

    Blough rushed once for six yards during Sunday's 44-6 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Blough entered the game on the final drive after Jared Goff had fallen into a 44-point hole. With Detroit at 0-8 and Tim Boyle (thumb) still on injured reserve, it will be interesting to see if Blough gets a chance to take over the offense coming out of the Lions' Week 9 bye.

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 7:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Backup role confirmed

    Blough will enter the season as the No. 2 quarterback after it was determined that Tim Boyle (thumb) will undergo surgery for a broken right thumb, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.

    Analysis: While it's not clear if Boyle will miss the entire season, Blough is set to serve as the backup for as long as the free-agent acquisition is sidelined. When forced into action for five games with Detroit in 2019, Blough managed 5.7 yards per pass attempt with a 54 percent completion rate.

    Published: Mon, Aug 30 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated for backup duties

    Blough likely will take over as Jared Goff's primary backup if Tim Boyle (thumb) is forced to miss significant time, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Boyle, who started Friday's preseason finale against Indianapolis, reportedly hit his thumb on the helmet of a defensive player on the opening drive of the game. Blough took over and completed 13 of 21 passes for 117 yards with one interception and 14 rushing yards on four carries. While it's not yet clear how long Boyle may be sidelined, Blough split No. 2 duties with him all summer and will be set to handle backup duties in the interim.

    Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting Friday night?

    Blough appears in line for the start in Friday's preseason game against the Colts, Chris Burke of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Stephen Holder of The Athletic reports that Lions coach Dan Campbell told Colts coach Frank Reich he does not intend to play starters. With Jared Goff and others expected to sit, Blough and Tim Boyle will continue their competition for the No. 2 quarterback job. Boyle is listed second on the the team's depth chart, but the starting assignment Friday night might be a hint Blough has pushed ahead.

    Published: Fri, Aug 27 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Making case for backup job

    Blough is making a case for the backup quarterback job behind Jared Goff, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.

    Analysis: Tim Boyle had been the presumed backup after getting a one-year, $2.5 million deal in free agency, but Blough has given the coaching staff something to think about after seeming to perform significantly better than Boyle during the preseason. While Blough was playing against lesser competition than Boyle most of the time, it nonetheless was impressive that Blough inherited Boyle's 23-point halftime deficit Saturday and ultimately led three touchdown drives to bring Detroit within seven points…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to remain in No. 3 role

    Blough likely will remain in a No. 3 role to open the 2021 campaign, Benjamin Raven of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: The Lions let incumbent No. 2 QB Chase Daniels walk this spring, only to replace him with another high-priced backup in former Green Bay quarterback Tim Boyle. However, with Boyle only under contract for one season, Blough -- who will be a restricted free agent at the end of the league year -- could be in the mix for the backup role behind Jared Goff next summer.

    Published: Mon, Jun 21 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Serves as third-string QB in 2020

    Blough completed six of 10 passes for 49 yards with one interception in one game in 2020.

    Analysis: After Blough made the Detroit roster out of training camp only to get cut in September, the Lions thought enough of the 25-year-old to sign him back to the active roster once it was known in October that the Cowboys were in the market for someone to replace Dak Prescott (knee). However, Blough went on to see action in just a single game in 2020 while serving as the No. 3 QB behind Matthew Stafford and Chase Daniel. While there's a chance he could return as the No. 2 option in 2021 should Daniel…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 7 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays three drives in blowout loss

    Blough completed six of 10 passes for 49 yards and an interception while adding an 18-yard scramble in Saturday's 47-7 loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Matthew Stafford hurt his ankle on the Lions' first possession and they were getting blown out with veteran backup Chase Daniel under center, so the team decided to see what it had in Blough. The 25-year-old Purdue product didn't do much of note in his three possessions, but it's possible Detroit could opt to start him over Daniel in next week's season finale against the Vikings if Stafford's unable to play.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with Lions

    Blough signed with the Lions' active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: Blough was on the Lions' practice squad after getting cut in September, and according to Chris Burke of The Athletic, the Lions made this move because the Cowboys were looking to sign Blough. The Purdue product completed just 54 percent of his passes for 5.7 yards per attempt over five games last year. He will operate as the No. 3 quarterback behind Matthew Stafford and Chase Daniel.

    Published: Sat, Oct 17 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Lions

    Blough was waived by the Lions on Saturday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: It would have been surprising to see Blough beat out veteran Chase Daniels for the backup gig behind Matthew Stafford, but Blough evidently had a strong camp, which put him in contention for the role. He'll hit the waiver wire along with a host of other notable names at QB and could make it back through to the team's practice squad should everything work out in the Lions' favor.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't get going against Packers

    Blough completed 12 of 29 pass attempts for 122 yards and an interception in the team's Week 17 loss to the Lions. He added one reception for 19 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Blough's most meaningful contribution to the game came halfway through the first quarter when he caught a 19-yard touchdown from Danny Amendola. Otherwise, he struggled to move the offense, completing only three passes of 10 yards or more. After turning in a surprising performance on Thanksgiving against the Bears, Blough completed only 72 of 136 pass attempts for 704 yards, four touchdowns and six interceptions across his last four games. Though he may have a future in the league as a backup,…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Absorbs four Broncos sacks

    Blough completed 12 of 24 pass attempts for 117 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 27-17 loss to Denver.

    Analysis: The former Purdue Boilermaker had absorbed nine sacks over his past three outings coming into Sunday's matchup, and he was once again under duress Week 16 against the Von MIller-led Broncos pass rush, absorbing six QB hits and four sacks as Detroit dropped its 11th game in 12 tries. Blough was able to avoid committing any giveaways after establishing a 3:5 TD:INT through his first three career starts, but with another subpar showing in the yardage department, he now sits at 216.5 passing yards…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 7:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to start Week 16

    Blough will start Sunday's game against Denver and could get the nod in the Dec. 29 season finale against Green Bay after the Lions placed Matthew Stafford (back/hip) on injured reserve Tuesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: Stafford had already missed the Lions' past six games, but the move to IR means he's officially been shuttered for 2019. With Jeff Driskel (hamstring) moving to IR prior to Stafford, the Lions are now down to Blough and Kyle Sloter as their available quarterbacks for the final two games. Since his surprisingly solid debut as a starter in the Thanksgiving Day loss to the Bears, Blough has struggled in back-to-back matchups, completing just 57.8 percent of his throws for 5.6 yards per attempt and…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mistake-prone showing in defeat

    Blough completed 24 of 43 passes for 260 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in the Lions 38-17 loss to the 49ers on Sunday. He also rushed five times for 19 yards and committed a fumble but managed to recover it.

    Analysis: The rookie did the best he could under the circumstances, as he was playing without Marvin Jones (IR, ankle) in the receiving corps and without the benefit of Bo Scarbrough (ribs) in the backfield to help keep the defense honest. Blough unsurprisingly relied heavily on Danny Amendola, with whom he connected on eight occasions for 102 yards. Blough's ability to produce fantasy-friendly production during what will be championship weekend in many leagues will be compromised by his unfriendly Week…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles versus Vikings

    Blough completed 24 of 40 pass attempts for 205 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in the team's Week 14 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Blough struggled to get anything going early, completing only seven of 14 passes for 59 yards in the first half. With the Lions down 17-0, he took to the air more often in the second half but threw two interceptions in the team's last four offensive possessions. On a positive note, Blough has shown the ability to keep his top receivers involved, targeting Kenny Golladay eight times and Marvin Jones seven. He'll draw an easier matchup in Week 15 when the Lions take on the Buccaneers.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to continue starting

    Blough is expected to remain the starter until the return of Matthew Stafford (back) after backup Jeff Driskel (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Blough was surprisingly stout in his professional debut Thursday, carving through the Bears' defense and keeping the contest close throughout. The 24-year-old looks to be in line for more starts along the way, as Matthew Stafford doesn't seem close to a return (back) and former backup Jeff Driskel is on injured reserve, so Blough should be in line to take on the Vikings in Week 14.

    Published: Sat, Nov 30 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks good in professional debut

    Blough completed 22 of 38 passes for 280 yards, two touchdowns and one interception during Thursday's 24-20 loss to the Bears. He also rushed once for one yard.

    Analysis: The injury to Jeff Driskel (hamstring) appears to have been a blessing in disguise for the Lions on Thanksgiving Day, as Detroit may have just found its long-term backup quarterback in Blough. Making his professional regular-season debut after going undrafted out of Purdue in 2018, Blough was ready for the moment and put the Lions on top early with a 75-yard touchdown to Kenny Golladay on the opening drive. He admittedly cooled off in the second and third quarters, but Blough nearly positioned…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially starting Thursday

    The Lions have named Blough the starting quarterback for Thursday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reported the news first, but the Lions have now made it official. Blough will be tabbed to fill in for Jeff Driskel, who did the same for Matthew Stafford (hip/back) in the team's previous three games before being limited by a hamstring injury this week. During preseason action with the Browns, Blough completed 58 percent of his passes for 271 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for first pro start

    Blough is expected to be the Lions' starting quarterback Thursday against the Bears, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With no clear timeline in place for Matthew Stafford's (back) return and No. 2 option Jeff Driskel limited by a hamstring injury this week, the Lions will turn the offense over to the undrafted rookie from Purdue on Thanksgiving Day. It's unclear if Driskel will be inactive, or merely suit up as an emergency option, but Blough will be pressed into his first NFL action in front of a national audience. During the 2019 preseason, Blough completed 58 percent of his passes for 271 yards, two…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could start if Driskel can't go

    Blough is the next man up on the depth chart at quarterback for Thursday's game against the Bears with Jeff Driskel (hamstring) listed as questionable and Matthew Stafford (back) ruled out for the contest.

    Analysis: The undrafted rookie out of Purdue hasn't taken any snaps during the regular season, but he could be pressed into the spotlight in a national game in the event Driskel isn't cleared to start Thanksgiving Day. Blough's only game action since entering the professional ranks came in two preseason appearances, with the 24-year-old completing 58 percent of his passes for 271 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting some first-team reps

    Blough received reps with the first-team offense Tuesday, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: The Lions are preparing for all scenarios, one of them being without both Matthew Stafford (back) and Jeff Driskel (hamstring) on Thursday against the Bears. A decision on Driskel may come down to the wire Thursday as Lions-Bears kicks off at 12:30 p.m. ET. Blough's sole action as a pro occurred during the preseason, when he completed 58 percent of his passes for 271 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions.

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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