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 31-23 divisional win over Tampa Bay. The Lions made the NFC title game during the 1991 season, but began in the divisional round so they needed just one postseason win to get to the doorstep of the Super Bowl. “ are a great team and it will be a great matchup.” San Francisco advanced to the conference championship game Saturday night with a closer-than-expected, 24-21 victory over Green Bay.

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Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win
19 hours, 28 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 …

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Detroit Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime Video. The Packers have won their past five division road games, including a 29-22 win at Detroit last year on Thanksgiving when Jordan Love threw a 53-yard TD to Christian Watson on the game’s first play and finished with three TDs.. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur, who is from Michigan, …

NFL quarterback's long-term fate revealed after being ruled out of Sunday showdown
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NFL quarterback's long-term fate revealed after being ruled out of Sunday showdown

Daily Mail  

The San Francisco 49ers believe Brock Purdy will return next Sunday for their huge game against Buffalo Bills. They face the Packers tied second in the NFC West alongside Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams, meaning Purdy's absence comes at a terrible time for last season's Super Bowl runners-up. According to Adam Schefter on Sunday morning, San Francisco believe Purdy …

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 vs. Miami Dolphins: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
1 month, 1 week ago

Rams vs. Miami Dolphins: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams, coming off an overtime victory over the Seattle Seahawks, aim to increase their winning streak to four games. Quarterback Matthew Stafford has passed for six touchdowns in the last two games, including the game-winner to receiver Demarcus Robinson at Seattle. Monday night’s game could mark the return of interior offensive linemen Jonah Jackson and Steve Avila, who have …

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions
1 month, 1 week ago

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions

CNN  

CNN — Despite throwing a career-high five interceptions, Jared Goff led the Detroit Lions to a come-from-behind 26-23 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football at NRG Stadium. The Lions trailed 23-7 heading into halftime after Goff threw three interceptions in the first half. Detroit rattled off 16 unanswered points to tie the game with just over five …

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense

Associated Press  

The NFC North showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions is set to take place this Sunday. The Lions have a high-powered offense, while the Packers specialize in taking the ball away. The game is expected to be a high-scoring contest, as both teams are capable of scoring plenty of points. Detroit has been a dominant force …

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions dominated the Tennessee Titans 52-14 in a convincing performance. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and David Montgomery was the first of five players to score in the first half for the Lions. The Lions had their highest-scoring game since 1970 and scored at least 50 for the fourth time in franchise history.

Justin Herbert and Bo Nix have long admired one another’s gridiron feats
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Justin Herbert and Bo Nix have long admired one another’s gridiron feats

LA Times  

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix passes during a win over the Raiders on Sunday. “He’s one of those guys you look up to playing at Oregon,” Nix, the Denver Broncos quarterback, told reporters Wednesday before the former Oregon Ducks stars face each other in a critical AFC West game Sunday in Denver. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert tries to break free …

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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Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions know they have to put the 2023 season behind them and focus on 2024. Detroit opens the season on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of their wild-card game in January — won by the Lions for the franchise’s first playoff victory in 40 years. “The hardest thing is that we’ve …

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 …

Lions and Packers and Vikings and Bears, oh my! The NFC North has become a daunting division
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions and Packers and Vikings and Bears, oh my! The NFC North has become a daunting division

Associated Press  

The week before Minnesota Gov. “The NFC North,” Walz said, “is the one.” With 38 combined wins including the playoffs, the NFC North was second in the league behind the AFC North last season and ought to have as good of an opportunity as any of the eight quartets to stake that claim as the NFL’s best in 2024. The …

NFL 2024 schedule: Rams open with chance to avenge playoff loss to Jared Goff and Lions
7 months, 1 week ago

NFL 2024 schedule: Rams open with chance to avenge playoff loss to Jared Goff and Lions

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford and the Rams will open the 2024-25 season with a chance to avenge last season’s playoff loss to the Detroit Lions. The Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford will get a chance to avenge the defeat when they open the season against the Lions and quarterback Jared Goff at Ford Field on Sept. 8 on NBC’s “Sunday Night Football.” …

Super Bowl LVIII: Start time, teams, betting odds and halftime show
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Super Bowl LVIII: Start time, teams, betting odds and halftime show

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and offensive tackle Trent Williams, right, celebrate after a touchdown during a 34-31 comeback win over the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game. The Kansas City Chiefs will play the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. From Sam Farmer: It’s Super Bowl LIV all over again, as the Kansas City Chiefs will …

Steve Young explains how 49ers QB Brock Purdy can run off with Super Bowl title
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Steve Young explains how 49ers QB Brock Purdy can run off with Super Bowl title

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy ran for 48 yards against the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game. Nearly three decades ago, quarterback Steve Young passed for a record six touchdowns as the San Francisco 49ers won the last of their five Super Bowl championships. On Sunday, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will lead the 49ers against the Kansas City …

Super Bowl LVIII: Start time, teams, betting odds and halftime show
54 years, 11 months ago

Super Bowl LVIII: Start time, teams, betting odds and halftime show

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and offensive tackle Trent Williams, right, celebrate after a touchdown during a 34-31 comeback win over the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game. The Kansas City Chiefs will play the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. From Sam Farmer: It’s Super Bowl LIV all over again, as the Kansas City Chiefs will …

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. On a Sunday filled with superlative performances by Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce in the AFC championship game and a stellar comeback by Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers against the Lions in the NFC title game, Campbell’s fourth-down decisions stole the spotlight. Detroit Lions fans …

Super Bowl LVIII: Start time, teams, betting odds and halftime show
54 years, 11 months ago

Super Bowl LVIII: Start time, teams, betting odds and halftime show

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and offensive tackle Trent Williams, right, celebrate after a touchdown during a 34-31 comeback win over the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game. The Kansas City Chiefs will play the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. From Sam Farmer: It’s Super Bowl LIV all over again, as the Kansas City Chiefs will …

Detroit Lions 31-34 San Francisco 49ers: Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey inspire their team to a remarkable second-half comeback as they set up a Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs in
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Detroit Lions 31-34 San Francisco 49ers: Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey inspire their team to a remarkable second-half comeback as they set up a Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs in

Daily Mail  

Step aside Taylor Swift. The San Francisco 49ers are going to the Super Bowl after beating the Detroit Lions on Sunday Brandon Aiyuk catches the ball after it rebounded off Kindle Vildor for a huge 49ers gain Christian McCaffrey scored two touchdowns to turn the game in favor of San Francisco Brock Purdy celebrates after handing the ball to McCaffrey …

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, …

49ers overcome 17-point deficit to beat Lions, meet Chiefs in Super Bowl
10 months, 3 weeks ago

49ers overcome 17-point deficit to beat Lions, meet Chiefs in Super Bowl

LA Times  

The 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey, right, celebrates his touchdown against the Lions. it’s special for me.” Purdy passed for a touchdown and scrambled several times for long gains, running back Christian McCaffrey rushed for two touchdowns, and the defense forced a fumble and incomplete passes on several key fourth-down plays as the 49ers advanced to the Super Bowl for the eighth …

Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL’s top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL’s top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense

Associated Press  

The San Francisco 49ers are back in a familiar spot facing a Detroit Lions team new to this stage. The Lions almost blew a wild-card game against Jared Goff’s former team, the Los Angeles Rams, and pulled away from Tampa Bay in the fourth quarter last week. WHEN THE LIONS HAVE THE BALL The Lions had the league’s second-ranked passing …

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 …

49ers QB Brock Purdy keeps focus on the Lions instead of past struggles or successes
10 months, 4 weeks ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy keeps focus on the Lions instead of past struggles or successes

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy goes into his second straight NFC championship game not worried about his early game struggles last week or basking in the glow of a comeback win or reliving the injury that derailed last year’s playoff run. “It doesn’t matter if you played good or bad,” Purdy said Wednesday about last week’s start. So it’s …

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. …

Lions defeat Buccaneers to set up NFC championship showdown with 49ers
11 months ago

Lions defeat Buccaneers to set up NFC championship showdown with 49ers

LA Times  

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff passes for a touchdown during a 31-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC divisional playoffs Sunday at Ford Field. 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 …

Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs face challenge in unfriendly confines of Buffalo
11 months ago

Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs face challenge in unfriendly confines of Buffalo

LA Times  

There’s no place like home. The Kansas City quarterback with five AFC titles and two Super Bowl rings finally will hit the road for a postseason game when the Chiefs play at Buffalo on Sunday afternoon. “But it’s what you want to do when you grow up watching these games.” Chiefs-Bills will follow Tampa Bay’s game at Detroit and will …

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 …

NFL divisional playoffs primer: Get ready for Baker Mayfield vs. Jared Goff
11 months, 1 week ago

NFL divisional playoffs primer: Get ready for Baker Mayfield vs. Jared Goff

LA Times  

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, left, will square off against quarterback Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions in the NFC divisional playoffs. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will face the Green Bay Packers defense in the NFC divisional playoffs. 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy hasn’t faced the Packers, and Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love has not played San Francisco. …

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 …

Rams vs. Lions in NFC wild-card playoffs: How to watch, start time and prediction
11 months, 1 week ago

Rams vs. Lions in NFC wild-card playoffs: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

The Rams need to account for where Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson is lining up at all times. Quarterback Matt Stafford returns to Ford Field for the first time since the Rams acquired him in a 2021 trade for Jared Goff and draft picks. Stafford, who led the Rams to a Super Bowl title in 2021, made the Pro Bowl …

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 …

Rams-Lions connections: More to this wild-card matchup than Stafford-Goff trade
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams-Lions connections: More to this wild-card matchup than Stafford-Goff trade

LA Times  

This is a rare case where a blockbuster deal worked out well for both teams. In 2021 the Rams sent Goff, two first-round draft picks and a third-round pick to the Lions in exchange for Stafford. The deal paid off instantly for the Rams: Stafford led them to a 12-5 record and then masterfully directed a playoff run that included …

Sean McVay-Jared Goff drama is big story of Rams-Lions matchup
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Sean McVay-Jared Goff drama is big story of Rams-Lions matchup

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford will return to Detroit, but that story already is written. McVay became a Super Bowl champion, vindicating his decision to dump his one-time franchise quarterback in Goff and hand over his offense to the veteran Stafford. When the Rams signed Goff to a $110-million extension before the 2019 season, they did so with the intention of extending his …

NFL playoff matchups: Rams vs. Lions showdown is fantasy football come to life
11 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL playoff matchups: Rams vs. Lions showdown is fantasy football come to life

LA Times  

Nearly three years after they were part of the same trade, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, right, will take on Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions in the NFC wild-card playoffs on Sunday. Stealing the spotlight on wild-card weekend is no small feat, especially with the Dallas Cowboys playing host to the Green Bay Packers — Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy looking …

Rams beat 49ers to set up classic Matthew Stafford vs. Lions, Jared Goff playoff game
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams beat 49ers to set up classic Matthew Stafford vs. Lions, Jared Goff playoff game

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, left, catches a pass in front of 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward. “Now that it’s here, holy crap.. You’re in a way in awe of how it all shook out.” Or, as rookie defensive lineman Kobie Turner said, “It’s insane.” Rams quarterback Carson Wentz had 17 completions and 17 rushing attempts against the 49ers. “But once …

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The circumstances are quite a bit better for Detroit coach Dan Campbell since the previous time the Lions visited his home state. The Texas native has led the Lions to their first division title in 30 years, and the NFC North champs aren’t out of the running for the top seed in the NFC heading into Saturday …

Jared Goff throws 5 TD passes as NFC North-leading Lions bounce back, beat Broncos 42-17
1 year ago

Jared Goff throws 5 TD passes as NFC North-leading Lions bounce back, beat Broncos 42-17

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions bounced back and took a step toward ending a six-season playoff drought. Goff matched a career high with five touchdown passes, three to rookie tight end Sam LaPorta, and Detroit routed the Denver Broncos 42-17 on Saturday night. The NFC North-leading Lions could clinch a spot in the postseason for the first …

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The NFC North-leading Detroit Lions are 8-2 for the first time since 1962 and yet they can’t celebrate because they’re hosting the rival Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. Coach Dan Campbell said they played some of their best football of the season in the last four minutes of the 31-26 comeback win over the Chicago Bears. …

San Francisco 49ers return to winning ways against Jacksonville Jaguars
1 year, 1 month ago

San Francisco 49ers return to winning ways against Jacksonville Jaguars

The Independent  

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Jared Goff got closure from Sean McVay, and it helped make him a Detroit Lions hero
1 year, 1 month ago

Jared Goff got closure from Sean McVay, and it helped make him a Detroit Lions hero

LA Times  

His father was a fireman and, in a way, Jared Goff is one too. There were other quarterbacks who were on the carousel that year, and and I had a conversation specifically of, ‘Do you want Jared in the deal?’ And I was like, ‘Absolutely.’ ” That turned out to be a shrewd decision, even though it took patience for …

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