Jared Goff Credits Lions‘ Offensive Line for Career-Best Protection in Dominant Win Over Bears
DETROIT – Lions quarterback Jared Goff delivered one of the most efficient and productive performances of his NFL career Sunday against the Chicago bears, and he emphatically attributed the success to the exceptional pass protection provided by his offensive line. Goff was not sacked and believes he was only hit once – during a scramble – a level of security he says is unprecedented in his professional experience.
The Lions’ offensive front’s performance is especially noteworthy given the caliber of the Bears’ defensive personnel, including established pass rushers like Grady Jarrett and Montez sweat.Detroit’s ability to neutralize this pressure was a key factor in their 52-point outburst, highlighting the direct correlation between offensive line play and overall team success. this level of protection allows Goff to operate comfortably and efficiently, maximizing the potential of the Lions’ offense.
“I thought they played incredibly,” Goff stated on 97.1 The Ticket. “I thought the pass protection was as good as I’ve ever played behind, and it’s only looking up for those guys.” When asked to clarify if he meant throughout his entire NFL career, Goff confirmed, “For sure.”
Bears head coach Ben Johnson acknowledged that pressuring Goff was a primary objective for his defense. Though, the Bears where unable to consistently disrupt Goff in the pocket, contributing significantly to the Lions’ offensive dominance. The Lions’ offensive line will look to replicate this performance in practice this week as they prepare for their next challenge.
