Rams trade Jared Goff to Lions for Matthew Stafford in swap of quarterbacks
3 years, 10 months ago

Rams trade Jared Goff to Lions for Matthew Stafford in swap of quarterbacks

LA Times  

Quarterback Jared Goff, the No. Five years after they traded up a record 14 spots to draft him, the Rams traded Goff to the Detroit Lions for quarterback Matthew Stafford, a person with knowledge of the situation said. During Goff’s first news conference in 2016, former coach Jeff Fisher introduced the former California star Goff as “our franchise quarterback,” and general manager Les Snead said Goff gave the Rams “long-term stability.” Long-term turned out to be five seasons. After the game, McVay said Goff was the Rams’ quarterback “right now,” putting Goff’s future with the team in doubt. Just over a week later, Snead said Goff was the Rams’ quarterback “in this moment,” indicating the team was ready to move on.

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Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win
20 hours, 37 minutes ago

Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jared Goff threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns, and the Detroit Lions remained on top of the NFC with their franchise-record 13th win, 34-17 over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Jameson Williams had a career-high 143 yards receiving on five catches, including an 82-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two …

Rams’ Matthew Stafford and Jets’ Aaron Rodgers square off in a showdown of familiar foes
3 days, 19 hours ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford and Jets’ Aaron Rodgers square off in a showdown of familiar foes

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matthew Stafford has played Aaron Rodgers too many times over the years to wax poetic about any single showdown. It’s always a challenge going against him.” The last time they squared off, Rodgers’ Packers topped Stafford and the Rams 36-28 at Lambeau Field. “It’s two greats and two guys that I look at as Hall of …

Rams’ Matthew Stafford takes aim at a fifth game without an interception
1 week, 6 days ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford takes aim at a fifth game without an interception

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has not had a pass intercepted in four games. “Just trying to keep our team in it as best I can, be as disciplined as I can while still being aggressive and giving our guys opportunities to make plays,” Stafford said Tuesday of his recent efficiency, “because they’re doing a great job of that for me …

The Sports Report: Keep up on who’s coming, going from USC, UCLA with our transfer portal tracker
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The Sports Report: Keep up on who’s coming, going from USC, UCLA with our transfer portal tracker

LA Times  

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. 1992 — Jerry Rice becomes the NFL’s career leader in touchdown receptions with his 101st scoring pass during the fourth quarter of the San Francisco 49ers’ 27-3 victory over Miami. 2000 — Golden State’s Antawn Jamison and the Lakers’ Kobe Bryant each scored 51 points, including trading six straight scores in the final two …

Are Rams ankle-deep in trouble with impeded Matthew Stafford facing the Bills?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Are Rams ankle-deep in trouble with impeded Matthew Stafford facing the Bills?

LA Times  

Despite a Rams victory, quarterback Matthew Stafford took quite a beating from Bryan Bresee and the Saints defense last week. Rams Matthew Stafford suffers lateral ankle sprain and Rams add former first-round pick Matthew Stafford suffers a lateral ankle sprain in the Rams’ victory over the Saints and the Rams add depth at cornerback with signing of former No. Rams …

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell hopes to be happy on Thanksgiving for the first time in four years. You want to win this game and be able to enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner with your family and it’ll be my first time experiencing that here and I want to do that.” Caleb’s comfort Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who was taken No. 1 …

Rams-Patriots takeaways: With four TD passes, Matthew Stafford keeps breaking records
1 month ago

Rams-Patriots takeaways: With four TD passes, Matthew Stafford keeps breaking records

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford pointed the Rams offense in the right direction, with four touchdown passes against the Patriots, Quarterback Matthew Stafford passed for four touchdowns and took over sole possession of 10th place on the NFL career list with 370. Stafford, who completed 18 of 27 passes for 295 yards, connected with Cooper Kupp on touchdown pass plays of five and …

Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars
1 month ago

Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff stood on the sideline wearing a baseball cap in the fourth quarter while his teammates finished off another rout. Goff threw two of his four touchdown passes to Amon-Ra St. Brown, David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs combined for three rushing TDs and the Detroit Lions beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 52-6 on Sunday. “It’s a good problem …

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars
1 month, 1 week ago

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are off to their best start in seven decades thanks in part to the play of Jared Goff. That’s the way we’re built.” The Lions became the first team since 1970 to win after trailing by at least 15 points and throwing five interceptions. Streaking St. Brown Detroit’s offense was sluggish in its first two …

Rams are Monday night no-shows in loss to Dolphins
1 month, 1 week ago

Rams are Monday night no-shows in loss to Dolphins

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford recovers a fumble after a high snap as the Dolphins’ Jordyn Brooks tackles the quarterback, one of many miscues that cost the Rams. “We shot ourselves in the foot a little bit.” Dolphins cornerback Kendall Fuller picks up a fumble by Kyren Williams as the Rams’ Puka Nacua, second from right, pursues. Miami’s Neil Farrell Jr. prevents Rams …

As Matthew Stafford passes QBs in record books, he’s thrown Rams into playoff race
1 month, 2 weeks ago

As Matthew Stafford passes QBs in record books, he’s thrown Rams into playoff race

LA Times  

Quarterback Matthew Stafford has been smoking in the passing game for the Rams. “They’re a good sign,” Stafford said Thursday when asked if it felt like he was on a roll, “because that means we’re getting in the end zone.” Handing the ball off to running back Kyren Williams for a short scoring run or throwing a touchdown pass both …

NFL QB stock report, Week 10: Jared Goff surges into MVP conversation leading red-hot Lions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NFL QB stock report, Week 10: Jared Goff surges into MVP conversation leading red-hot Lions

New York Times  

Jared Goff’s heater continued Sunday during a crucial victory against the Green Bay Packers. Playing outside for the first time this season — amid a cold, heavy rainstorm, no less — the quarterback finished 18-of-22 passing for 145 yards and a touchdown in the Detroit Lions’ 24-14 win at Lambeau Field. Down in Dallas Dak Prescott’s disappointing season took another …

Lions' Loss to Cowboys Highlights Coaching Criticism and Defensive Struggles
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions' Loss to Cowboys Highlights Coaching Criticism and Defensive Struggles

Associated Press  

Jared Goff throws for 315 yards and three touchdowns, but the Lions lose 47-9 to the Cowboys. The loss is a blow to their playoff hopes, as they trail by 14 points at halftime. The Lions' offense struggled throughout the game, and their defense was unable to stop the Cowboys' rushing attack. The game was marred by several controversial officiating …

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dan Campbell can always count the way he enjoys the closest thing he has to a homecoming when he visits the Dallas Cowboys. “You’ve got to keep your head about you no matter what it is, and I think each game, you can always find something,” said Campbell, who was born and raised less than 100 miles …

Jared Goff’s perfect night leads the Detroit Lions past the Seattle Seahawks
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jared Goff’s perfect night leads the Detroit Lions past the Seattle Seahawks

The Independent  

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Bears’ Caleb Williams impresses Matthew Stafford because Rams QB has No. 1 perspective
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears’ Caleb Williams impresses Matthew Stafford because Rams QB has No. 1 perspective

LA Times  

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell with Matthew Stafford, the No. “I got a little older and kind of realized how good Matthew Stafford is at his job.” — Caleb Williams, to the Chicago press about the Rams quarterback “He’s obviously immensely talented,” Stafford said. “You watch the tape, there are a lot of really good things that you’ve seen.” Williams first …

Matthew Stafford’s 36th fourth-quarter comeback benefited Rams, opened record book
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Matthew Stafford’s 36th fourth-quarter comeback benefited Rams, opened record book

LA Times  

After his performance against the 49ers, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is now eighth in NFL history in fourth-quarter comebacks. On Sunday, when the Rams travel to Soldier Field to play the Chicago Bears, Stafford needs 223 yards passing to move past Eli Manning into 10th place for career passing yards. Stafford, 36, is coming off another clutch performance in the …

Granderson: To win like the Rams, take risks and learn from losses
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Granderson: To win like the Rams, take risks and learn from losses

LA Times  

Every leader in every business hits a crossroads. And with 43 seconds left in the 2022 Super Bowl, and with the Rams clinging to a 23-20 lead, it was Snead’s 2014 gamble who got to Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, ending the threat. “That year, it was kind of fun because we had those two picks.” Although there were multiple future …

Matthew Stafford says he wants to hear it all from Lions fans when his Rams return to Ford Field
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Matthew Stafford says he wants to hear it all from Lions fans when his Rams return to Ford Field

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Matthew Stafford is ready for Detroit Lions fans to bring the noise again. Stafford’s ears may be ringing Sunday night when the Rams visit Detroit because the franchise’s fans are fired up about potentially having a Super Bowl-contending team to root for — finally. “Obviously externally, we’ve got a lot more attention.” Calling an audible The game is …

Rams’ Matthew Stafford on another return to vocal Detroit: ‘I want to hear all of it’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford on another return to vocal Detroit: ‘I want to hear all of it’

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford speaks to the media ahead of the season opener at the Detroit Lions. “That stuff just motivates me.” On Sunday night, for the second time in eight months, Stafford is expected to get an earful when he returns to Ford Field in Detroit, where he starred for 12 seasons before he was traded to the Rams …

GM Brad Holmes expects Lions to be Super Bowl champions after breakthrough season
3 months, 3 weeks ago

GM Brad Holmes expects Lions to be Super Bowl champions after breakthrough season

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Expectations for the Detroit Lions have never been higher. “We’ve kept our approach and our process very consistent in terms of how we build it, the opportunities that we provide players, and that’s what gives us confidence,” Holmes said. “He’s an exciting kid to watch play and I’m expecting big things out of him this year …

Rams take no chances with Matthew Stafford’s hamstring and limit him to drills
4 months ago

Rams take no chances with Matthew Stafford’s hamstring and limit him to drills

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay is taking every precaution with Matthew Stafford and the quarterback’s hamstring issue. “If there was any sudden movement that set him back, just didn’t think it would be worth it.” Rams Rams preseason takeaways: Stetson Bennett bounces back in victory over Chargers Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett struggled at times against the Chargers, but found a way …

Rams QB Matthew Stafford leaves practice with Cowboys early because of hamstring tightness
4 months, 1 week ago

Rams QB Matthew Stafford leaves practice with Cowboys early because of hamstring tightness

Associated Press  

OXNARD, Calif. — Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford came out of a joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday early because of hamstring tightness, a team spokesman said. Unfortunately, he had some tightness.” Jimmy Garoppolo worked with the first-team offense in Stafford’s absence, which is valuable because Garoppolo did not play in the preseason opener against the Cowboys …

Cautious Rams pull Matthew Stafford from practice because of tight hamstring
4 months, 1 week ago

Cautious Rams pull Matthew Stafford from practice because of tight hamstring

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford signs autographs after observing a joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys Wednesday in Oxnard. A few yards away, 36-year-old quarterback Matthew Stafford stood apart from the action, apparent hamstring tightness shortening his day during a joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys in Oxnard. “So I know, again, there’s going to be a lot of things to …

Matthew Stafford deal is done but questions about Rams are not
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Matthew Stafford deal is done but questions about Rams are not

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay is happy the issues with the contract of quarterback Matthew Stafford have been solved. Rams coach Sean McVay flashed his trademark smile when reporting Tuesday that quarterback Matthew Stafford was in camp, but this wasn’t a celebratory moment. “Ultimately,” McVay said, “all we can do is the next right thing.” Rams Rams avoid training camp turmoil …

Rams avoid training camp turmoil by adjusting contract of quarterback Matthew Stafford
5 months ago

Rams avoid training camp turmoil by adjusting contract of quarterback Matthew Stafford

LA Times  

It came down to the final minutes. “There was communication that existed,” McVay said, “and fortunately here’s where we are and it didn’t have to be able to get to that.” Stafford, who was traded to the Rams in 2021 and then led them to the Super Bowl, has not spoken to reporters publicly since the Detroit Lions spoiled his …

Why Matthew Stafford holds the power in contract issue with Rams ahead of camp
6 months, 1 week ago

Why Matthew Stafford holds the power in contract issue with Rams ahead of camp

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay talks with quarterback Matthew Stafford at the last day of OTA practice at Cal Lutheran University. Quarterback Matthew Stafford went through the voluntary offseason workout program at odds with the Rams over his contract. Rams quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone talks with Matthew Stafford as Stetson Bennett and Jimmy Garoppolo look on during the team’s last day …

Jared Goff earned his Lions contract extension. Now comes the hard part
7 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff earned his Lions contract extension. Now comes the hard part

New York Times  

Brad Holmes, the NFL executive who helped evaluate, draft and would later trade for the man of the hour, telegraphed this move nearly 16 months ago. Goff’s Lions, meanwhile, went 3-13-1 as he recorded his worst statistical season since his 2016 rookie year. Goff’s contract is the third big-money extension the team has dished out this offseason, along with deals …

Lions and QB Jared Goff agree on $212M, 4-year extension with $170M guaranteed, AP source says
7 months, 1 week ago

Lions and QB Jared Goff agree on $212M, 4-year extension with $170M guaranteed, AP source says

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions have looked in vain for a playoff-winning quarterback for decade after decade. AP AUDIO: Lions and QB Jared Goff agree on $212M, 4-year extension with $170M guaranteed, AP source says A former No. Goff ended the Motor City’s misery in January, helping the Lions earn two playoff victories in one postseason for the first time since winning …

Rams acknowledge Matthew Stafford has asked for more guarantees in contract
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams acknowledge Matthew Stafford has asked for more guarantees in contract

LA Times  

Rams general manager Les Snead and coach Sean McVay on Friday confirmed a report that quarterback Matthew Stafford wants his contract adjusted to include guaranteed salary beyond this season. “We’ve discussed those things,” McVay said after the second day of the NFL draft. Stafford has two additional years left on the extension he signed in 2022 after leading the Rams …

With loads of money and draft picks, Rams GM Les Snead says: ‘We like to attack’
9 months, 3 weeks ago

With loads of money and draft picks, Rams GM Les Snead says: ‘We like to attack’

LA Times  

Rams general manager Les Snead did not make the trip to Indianapolis for the NFL Combine this year. “Definitely hoping Aaron is,” Snead said during a video conference with reporters, adding, “I know Aaron’s definitely approaching the offseason where he’s doing his normal getting away, somewhat trying to get revitalized, with the goal of playing good football.” Donald and quarterback …

Rams are set up with money and draft picks, now they can do ‘anything we want’
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams are set up with money and draft picks, now they can do ‘anything we want’

LA Times  

Kevin Demoff, chief operating officer of the Rams, shared thoughts on the upcoming NFL draft and the team’s salary-cap situation. So Kevin Demoff, the Rams’ chief operating officer, will not be repeating the message he sent season-ticket holders before last season, which amounted to an apology in advance. “They’re kind of where we’re accustomed to them being, and I think …

Why the 49ers traded for Christian McCaffrey: ‘Do you want him to go to L.A.?’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Why the 49ers traded for Christian McCaffrey: ‘Do you want him to go to L.A.?’

LA Times  

Christian McCaffrey will play for the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday — partly because the 49ers did not want the star running back to play for the Rams. “I was trying to be just completely blank in the head because I didn’t want to have predict, ‘This is where I’m going or this is where I’m …

Lions lament the one that got away after blowing big lead with a chance to reach first Super Bowl
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions lament the one that got away after blowing big lead with a chance to reach first Super Bowl

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions had their best season in generations. “We know we accomplished a lot this year, but our ultimate goal was the Super Bowl and we were within reaching distance and there’s nothing worse than almost making it,” Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone said Sunday night. “That feeling that we all had walking off of that …

Detroit Lions and Jared Goff 'set to discuss contract extension that will make him one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL' after incredible season
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Detroit Lions and Jared Goff 'set to discuss contract extension that will make him one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL' after incredible season

Daily Mail  

The Detroit Lions and Jared Goff are set to discuss a contract extension that will make him one of the highest paid QBs in the league, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff is set to begin talks over a contract extension with the team During the regular-season Goff was 407-605, with 4,575 yards, 30 touchdowns, …

The humbling of Jared Goff began at Levi’s Stadium. Now it might host his best moment yet
10 months, 3 weeks ago

The humbling of Jared Goff began at Levi’s Stadium. Now it might host his best moment yet

LA Times  

Jared Goff sits on the bench in street clothes, hand on chin, while the Rams play at San Francisco in 2016. “But he’s handled things gracefully, and I think he’s done a great job of that his whole career.” On Sunday, Goff returns to Levi’s Stadium riding a wave of momentum. Two weeks ago at frenzied Ford Field, fans booed …

Lions QB Goff going home to face 49ers in NFC title game, hoping to lift franchise to 1st Super Bowl
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Lions QB Goff going home to face 49ers in NFC title game, hoping to lift franchise to 1st Super Bowl

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Jared Goff is California cool, staying easy breezy in good times and bad. Outside of the Lions’ organization, Goff was viewed as a stopgap quarterback when he was acquired along with a pair of first-round picks and a third-round selection nearly three years ago for Matthew Stafford. He got in a groove during the 2022 season, …

No one believed deluded Dan Campbell, who has crazed Detroit on Super Bowl doorstep
11 months ago

No one believed deluded Dan Campbell, who has crazed Detroit on Super Bowl doorstep

LA Times  

Three years later, Lions coach Dan Campbell can take his bows for his predictions when hired. Precisely three years after newly hired coach Dan Campbell delivered his introductory news conference — widely dismissed as just another deluded dreamer thinking he could fix a hopelessly fractured franchise — the reborn Lions barged into the NFC championship game. Whereas the other three …

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over Buccaneers
11 months ago

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over Buccaneers

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff is good enough for Detroit, as his coach recently reminded him. Goff threw his second touchdown pass with 6:22 left and the Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 in the divisional round on Sunday, lifting Detroit into the NFC championship for the first time in 32 years and just the second time in franchise history. …

Jared Goff and Lions continue to defy history, setting up showdown with 49ers
11 months ago

Jared Goff and Lions continue to defy history, setting up showdown with 49ers

LA Times  

Jared Goff versus Everybody. The Lions are headed to the NFC championship game to play at the San Francisco 49ers, led by quarterback Brock Purdy, the last player selected in the 2022 draft. His Lions won back-to-back playoff games for the first time since 1957, having knocked off his old team, the Rams, in the wild-card round followed by a …

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win
11 months, 1 week ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Dan Campbell has receipts. “There will be a time and place for that,” the Detroit Lions coach said Monday, a day after leading his team to a win over the Los Angeles Rams to give the franchise its first playoff win in 32 years. 2 seed, will host two playoff games in one postseason for the …

Overachieving Rams head into a brighter future after discouraging one-point playoff loss to Lions
11 months, 1 week ago

Overachieving Rams head into a brighter future after discouraging one-point playoff loss to Lions

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams improved more quickly and won more games than almost anybody expected this season. And the Rams were fun again: Los Angeles’ offense thrived with Stafford getting the ball to a collection of new and familiar playmakers behind an improved offensive line, while the defense overperformed for coordinator Raheem Morris despite a clear talent …

Jared Goff leads Lions to first playoff win in 32 years, 24-23 over Matthew Stafford and the Rams
11 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff leads Lions to first playoff win in 32 years, 24-23 over Matthew Stafford and the Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff lifted his arms in the air, encouraging Ford Field fans to get even louder, before taking the final snap to end his long-suffering franchise’s skid in the playoffs. Goff threw for a touchdown and completed a pass for a victory-sealing first down against the team that cast him away, and the Detroit Lions won a playoff …

Granderson: It's finally the Detroit Lions' turn to dream big
11 months, 1 week ago

Granderson: It's finally the Detroit Lions' turn to dream big

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and Lions quarterback Jared Goff hug after the Lions defeated the Rams 24-23 during the NFC wildcard game at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday. “I’m a champion and I think The Bus’ last stop is here in Detroit.” And for years and years that Bettis Super Bowl win felt like it belonged to all Lions …

Matthew Stafford lost the battle but wins the war vs. Jared Goff
11 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Stafford lost the battle but wins the war vs. Jared Goff

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was delivering on whatever plays coach Sean McVay was calling. “ has done a great job … and I wouldn’t want anyone else as our quarterback other than Matthew Stafford,” Rams coach Sean McVay said afterward. The crowd that gathered for the Lions’ first home playoff game in 30 years taunted Stafford with a “Jar-ed Goff …

Jared Goff gets revenge, barely, as Lions eliminate Rams with one-point victory
11 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff gets revenge, barely, as Lions eliminate Rams with one-point victory

LA Times  

Lions quarterback Jared Goff passes during a 24-23 victory over the Rams in the NFC wild-card playoffs Sunday at Ford Field. Goff played error free and ended the Rams’ season by leading the Lions to a 24-23 victory in an NFC wild-card game in front of 66,637 fans starved for a postseason victory. Goff, the top pick by the Rams …

Jared Goff confirms he makes the difference as Lions oust Rams
11 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff confirms he makes the difference as Lions oust Rams

LA Times  

Lions quarterback Jared Goff signals from the line against his former team, the Rams. “He’s one of the reasons that we won this division and he’s another reason why we just won our first playoff game here in 30 years, so what a stud.” Detroit quarterback Jared Goff walked off Ford Field as the winner against his former team, the …

The Lions believed in Jared Goff, and that’s all he needed to come roaring back
11 months, 1 week ago

The Lions believed in Jared Goff, and that’s all he needed to come roaring back

New York Times  

The Wednesday before the Lions beat the Vikings to win the NFC North for the first time in his lifetime, Jared Goff stood dead-eyed in front of his locker and, as usual, refused to give reporters an inch of juicy copy. During the long winless stretch of the 2021 season, a Detroit newspaper asked, “If they couldn’t win in 12 …

For Jared Goff, Rams-Lions game about more than himself. ‘I want to be a part of this win’
11 months, 1 week ago

For Jared Goff, Rams-Lions game about more than himself. ‘I want to be a part of this win’

LA Times  

Lions quarterback Jared Goff acknowledges the connections in Sunday’s wild-card game against the Rams, but quickly added, “I so badly want to win a playoff game for this city that hasn’t had one for so long.” Jared Goff has his share of picture-perfect memories from his five seasons as quarterback of the Rams. “Obviously there’s a personal connection there, not …

Rams’ Aaron Donald vs. Lions’ Jared Goff: ‘You know some things’
11 months, 1 week ago

Rams’ Aaron Donald vs. Lions’ Jared Goff: ‘You know some things’

LA Times  

Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald gestures to fans during pregame warmups before playing the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 15. Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald will not chase or hit Jared Goff until Sunday night, when the Rams play the Detroit Lions in an NFC wild-card game at Ford Field. “We know he’s not the most mobile guy,” said Donald, who …

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