Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff isn’t spending a second worrying about the hot takes flying around after Detroit’s 27-13 loss to the Packers. While fans and media alike are questioning whether the Lions are still NFC contenders, Goff made it clear: the only opinions that matter are inside the locker room.
“Don’t care… we’ve heard noise from the outside before, is it anyone in this building? I don’t think so,” Goff said.
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Blocking Out the Critics
This isn’t Goff’s first rodeo with critics. Since arriving in Detroit, he’s heard every narrative, from “bridge quarterback” to “system guy.” Yet all he’s done is guide the Lions to back-to-back NFC North titles and put up career-best numbers in 2024.
One shaky Week 1 performance? Goff’s not letting it shake the team’s confidence. In fact, his message echoes Dan Campbell’s own words earlier this week, that high expectations are a sign of progress, not a reason to panic.
Lessons from the Packers Game
Against Green Bay, the Lions offense didn’t look like its usual high-powered self. The running game sputtered, the offensive line communication broke down, and explosive plays were few and far between. Critics were quick to point out the loss of Ben Johnson and the debut of new OC John Morton as reasons for concern.
But Goff isn’t pressing the panic button. Much like Aidan Hutchinson reminded fans, the Lions have “a good history of responding to adversity.”
Why This Matters for Week 2
The Lions now turn their focus to Sunday’s home opener against the Chicago Bears, coached by their former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. It’s already shaping up to be an emotional showdown at Ford Field, with Amon-Ra St. Brown openly admitting he’s ready for the fans to “boo the hell” out of Johnson.
For Goff, though, it’s about shutting out the outside noise and cleaning up the little things, communication, execution, and fundamentals.
The Bottom Line
Jared Goff’s calm confidence should settle nerves in Detroit. One loss doesn’t define a season, and the Lions quarterback knows it. The only voices that matter are the ones inside Allen Park.