In 2025, Goff completed 68% of his passes for 4,564 yards, 34 touchdowns and 8 interceptions. Detroit missed the playoffs and fired offensive coordinator John Morton, promoting Drew Petzing to run the offense.
Petzing publicly praised Goff, calling him impressive and noting his ability to diagnose defenses, operate with rhythm and timing, and deliver throws with touch and velocity. He emphasized that Goff’s vision and decision-making put stress on defenses and that those “little” operational details—recognition, checks, and in-and-out of plays—are vital to the offense’s success.
The new coordinator stressed that Goff will have a strong voice in game planning, describing him as “another coordinator” on staff. Everything the Lions do offensively will be built around Goff’s skill set, with an emphasis on ensuring he is comfortable and able to see the game as he believes it to be.
Contractually, Goff is signed through 2028 on a four-year, $212 million deal, with a 2026 cap hit of $69.6 million. Detroit could clear substantial space this offseason by manipulating the deal—potentially more than $100 million in cap room—with a simple salary conversion that could unlock about $42.9 million, though this comes with the risk of void years extending beyond the contract’s life.
Goff’s sustained performance and leadership have given the Lions a clear path to shaping the offseason around him, balancing premium quarterback play with aggressive roster moves. The relationship between Goff and Detroit’s front office will likely determine how the franchise builds its lineup in the near term and beyond.
