Lions propose NFL rule to allow for emergency third quarterback

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Teams across the NFL have started submitted proposals for rule changes they would like to see for the 2023 season. 

The Detroit Lions submitted a notable proposal, which would allow for teams designate a third quarterback to be used in the case of emergency in games. The Lions proposal has quickly become known as the "Josh Johnson Rule."

If the rule is implemented, teams would be required to pull the third quarterback from their inactive roster or practice squad. The proposal also stipulates that the emergency quarterback can only be used if the first two quarterbacks are ruled out for the remainder of a game due to injury.

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The NFL logo is seen on the field prior to a game between the Green Bay Packers and Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on December 25, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.  (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

The league did previously have a rule in place which permitted the use of an emergency quarterback, but it was rescinded when the NFL expanded game-day rosters.

Teams are currently allowed to have 46 players from the 53-man roster active on game days.

NFL teams have to make inactive designation no later than 90 minutes before the game kicks off, and under current rules, cannot make any adjustments.

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Teams do not generally prioritize carrying a third quarterback on the active game-day roster. Instead, most teams opt to use the roster spot on another position on the offensive or defensive side of the ball.

Two quarterbacks on game days usually suffice, but this past season's NFC title