Hendon Hooker is an American football quarterback for the Detroit Lions as of the 2024 NFL season. The Lions selected him with the 68th overall pick in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Hooker did not play in any games during the 2023 season. He made his NFL debut in Week 6 of the 2024 season, leading the team to a 47–9 win over the Dallas Cowboys. As of Week 18, 2024, he has recorded 62 passing yards and a passer rating of 86.3 (via Pro Football Reference).
Hooker first attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), where he played college football from 2017 to 2020. He later transferred to the University of Tennessee, where he completed his college career. According to Sports Reference, he finished his collegiate career with 8,974 passing yards, 80 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. Before committing to Virginia Tech, he played high school football at James B. Dudley High School in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Hendon Hooker’s Parents
Hendon Hooker was born on January 13, 1998, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to Alan and Wendy Hooker. His parents have three children including two sons, Hendon and Alston, and a daughter named Nile (via the official website of the University of Tennessee ).
Hendon Hooker’s Father
Hendon’s father, Alan Hooker, was also a quarterback in college. He played for North Carolina A&T and is a member of their Hall of Fame. According to his LinkedIn profile, Alan Hooker has been the CEO of Alan Hooker Consulting since January 2000, as of January 2025. In the past, he also served in Officer Leadership Development at Houston ISD from July 2013 to March 2020.
Hendon Hooker’s Mother
Hendon's mother is Wendy Hooker. Not much information is known about her.
FAQs on Hendon Hooker parents
A. Yes, Hendon Hooker has two siblings.
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A. No, Hendon Hooker was unable to take part in the 2023 NFL Combine.
