Luke Altmyer
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Career Summary
Luke Altmyer is a quarterback who played at Ole Miss and Illinois before signing with Detroit.
He became a three-year Illinois starter and joined the Lions as an undrafted rookie in 2026.
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Early Life
Altmyer grew up in Starkville, Mississippi.
Born October 22, 2002, he is the son of Chad and Betsy Altmyer. He graduated from Illinois in December 2024 with a communication degree.
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High School
Altmyer starred at Starkville High School.
He was a four-star recruit, an Elite 11 finalist and a 2021 Under Armour All-American. He earned all-state honors as a junior and senior.
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College Career
Altmyer transferred from Ole Miss to Illinois for the 2023 season.
After two seasons at Ole Miss, he started 35 games across three Illinois seasons. In 2025 he passed for 3,007 yards and 22 touchdowns, with five interceptions.
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Path to the NFL
Altmyer signed with Detroit as an undrafted free agent.
The Lions' biography dates his first NFL signing to May 12, 2026.
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NFL Career
Altmyer joined Detroit's practice squad after the 2026 preseason.
The Lions waived him on August 30 and re-signed him to their practice squad on August 31. Their published transaction log through September 12 records no later departure.
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Career Accomplishments
Altmyer received All-Big Ten honorable mention twice.
He earned the 2025 Music City Bowl MVP award after helping Illinois beat Tennessee 30–28.
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Legacy
Altmyer's Illinois career placed him among the program's statistical leaders.
He finished first in career passer rating and completion percentage, second in quarterback wins and touchdown passes, and fifth in passing yards.
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