On the run: The Lions didn’t get the production from their running back duo of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs that they count on – except when they needed it most. Montgomery rushed for 57 yards on 14 carries, and Gibbs had 25 yards on eight carries. But both scored a touchdown – a one-yard blast from Montgomery on the Lions’ first possession, and a 10-yard run by Gibbs later in the first quarter as the Lions built a 14-3 lead. – Mike O’Hara
Important kick: Michael Badgley converted a 54-yard field goal in the third quarter that ended up being the game winner for the Lions. He also went three-for-three on extra-point attempts to register six points on the day. His 54-yard field goal was a career-long in the postseason and tied the franchise record long playoff field goal with Eddie Murray (1983). It’s good to know Campbell has that available, if needed. – Tim TwentymanWhen the Detroit Lions acquired quarterback Jared Goff in a trade involving Matthew Stafford, the consensus notion was that he would be a bridge quarterback as the organization underwent a rebuild
Three years later, that has proven to not be the case. Goff led the Lions to a NFC North title for the first time in organization history and won two playoff games, including a win over Stafford and his former team
Goff’s partnership with offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has been fruitful over the last two seasons. The offense has performed at an elite level, one that can be sustained with Johnson electing to come back for another year at the helm.
Now, the veteran passer has cemented himself as the team’s quarterback of the future and will likely sign an extension this offseason. However, the extension as well as the lack of an experienced backup on roster create intrigue at the position heading into 2024
Here’s a look at where the Lions stand at the quarterback position heading into the offseason..
