Jared Goff, Lions Still Have 1 Problem as Season Draws Near
Summary
The Detroit Lions missed the playoffs in the 2025 NFL season after their coach Ben Johnson left for the Chicago Bears. ESPN says the Lions have a major problem with their right guard position, which could hurt quarterback Jared Goff as they get ready for the 2026 season.Key Facts
- The Lions did not make the playoffs in 2025, the first time since 2022.
- Ben Johnson, the Lions' head coach, left to coach the Chicago Bears.
- ESPN identifies the right guard spot as the biggest problem on the Lions' roster.
- Tate Ratledge, the Lions’ 2025 second-round pick, struggled in pass and run blocking.
- Detroit picked offensive tackle Blake Miller in the first round of the draft to replace Taylor Decker.
- Penei Sewell is expected to move to left tackle, and Miller to right tackle.
- Combining rookie Miller with Ratledge at right guard may leave quarterback Jared Goff vulnerable.
- Despite changes, Goff played well in 2025, with a 68% completion rate, over 4,500 passing yards, and 34 touchdowns.
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