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Dan Campbell: Does He See Jared Goff as the Detroit Lions’ Long-Term Quarterback?

Author Anne Erickson
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 09: Jared Goff #16 of the Detroit Lions look on during pregame warm-ups prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field on January 09, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Going into the last season for the Detroit Lions, people had questions about Jared Goff and if he was the right fit for the team. But, last season, he proved himself, leading the Lions to victorious season. He had some of the best stats in the NFL the second half of the season. Now, he’s the Lions’ golden egg. Is that a term? Probably not, but you get what I mean. But, does Dan Campbell see Jared Goff as the Detroit Lions’ long-term quarterback?

Campbell answered the question recently. Here’s what he had to say.

Jared Goff: Detroit Lions’ Long-Term Quarterback?

Speaking with ESPN, Campbell said he “would love to” have Goff be the Lions’ long-term quarterback. “There’s nothing that tells me he can’t be,” Campbell said regarding Goff’s place in the team. “When you have a quarterback you believe in, why would you ever move on? I get there are other circumstances, but it’s hard to find quarterbacks in this league. We’ve got a guy we can win with right now. We’re fortunate to have him; that’s how I see it.”

Campbell is totally right. Finding an elite quarterback in the league isn’t easy. It’s downright difficult. I think the Lions should count their blessings and make sure they keep Goff in the fold. Goff is currently scheduled to become a free agent after the 2024 season. So, Campbell has some time before figuring out how to move forward with Goff. I think the Lions should make sure Goff doesn’t walk and give him a large contract to keep him in the fold. Last season, Goff recorded 4,438 passing yards, 29 touchdown passes and seven interceptions. That’s impressive.

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    This might seem like an odd pick, as Josh Paschal had a lot of injuries last year, so he’s not on the radar as much. But, the few times he did play, he was impressive. Having Pashchal (hopefully) healthy will help the Lions’ defense immensely. And, that’s one area that the Lions need to shine in 2022.

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  • 6. Cornerback Cam Sutton

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  • 4. Running back David Montgomery

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  • 3. Defensive lineman Aidan Hutchinson

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  • 2. Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown

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  • 1. Quarterback Jared Goff

    Jared Goff had a stellar season in 2022 with the Detroit Lions and was at the heart of why the team won most of the second half of the season’s games. He came from the Los Angeles Rams, and while in L.A., he scored two Pro Bowl berths, helped the Rams win two NFC West division titles and three playoff appearances. He also appeared with the team at Super Bowl LIII. Is another Super Bowl in his future? I hope so. I really think Goff has what it takes to take this team to the next level.

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    Goff comes to Detroit after spending the first five seasons of his career (2016-20) with the Rams, who selected him with the first overall pick of the 2016 NFL Draft out of the University of California. During his time in Los Angeles, he earned two Pro Bo

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.
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