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Kirk Herbstreit Champions Jared Goff for Top QB Status
18 Sep
Summary
- Kirk Herbstreit believes Jared Goff is underappreciated by fans and the league.
- Goff ranks high in passing yards, touchdowns, QB rating, and completion percentage since 2021.
- Herbstreit praises Goff's command, decision-making, and accuracy at the line of scrimmage.
Veteran broadcaster Kirk Herbstreit is advocating for increased recognition of Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff.
Herbstreit suggested on 'The Pat McAfee Show' that Goff's accomplishments might be overshadowed due to the trade that sent him to Detroit in exchange for Super Bowl-winning quarterback Matthew Stafford.
Since his arrival with the Lions in 2021, Goff has demonstrated consistent performance. He ranks second in the league for passing yards and third for passing touchdowns over this period. His quarterback rating places him fourth, and his completion percentage is fifth.
Goff has achieved three Pro Bowl selections during his tenure with the Lions and has surpassed 4,400 passing yards in four consecutive seasons. He began the 2026 campaign with a strong showing, throwing for 206 yards and two touchdowns in a victory over the New Orleans Saints.
Herbstreit emphasized Goff's significant command at the line of scrimmage, comparing his ability to adjust plays favorably to that of legendary quarterbacks like Peyton Manning, albeit not at his exact level. He lauded Goff's decision-making, accuracy, and remarkable consistency, asserting that the quarterback merits greater appreciation from the league and its fans.
