Jared Goff is gearing up for a significant moment in his career as the Detroit Lions prepare to clash with the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Wild Card Game at Ford Field on Sunday. This matchup marks Goff’s first face-off against his former team since the blockbuster trade that sent him to the Lions in exchange for Matthew Stafford before the 2021 season.
Expressing his sentiments about the trade, Goff revealed, “Of course, I think it’ll never leave me, and I think that’s a good thing.” The quarterback acknowledges carrying a chip on his shoulder, emphasizing the personal significance of the upcoming game.
However, head coach Dan Campbell is quick to shift the focus away from individual narratives. According to Campbell, the game is not solely about Goff facing his old team, which is led by head coach Sean McVay. Campbell emphasizes a team-oriented perspective, stating, “We win as a team. Man, this is about the Lions versus the Rams, and we win with three phases here, and he’s a huge part of that, and all he’s got to do is do his part and he knows that.”
As the Lions set their sights on breaking a playoff victory drought that dates back to 1991, Sunday’s game holds broader significance beyond individual storylines for the team and their quarterback.