Appearing on his weekly radio interview with 97.1 The Ticket, quarterback Jared Goff expressed a slight level of frustration that there is growing doubt the team can win their final three games, and be one of seven teams in the NFC that earns a postseason berth.

Jared Goff ’s return to Los Angeles ended with a loss, but one moment after the game drew wide attention. As Goff walked across the field, Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay stepped toward him. McVay tapped Goff’s left hand to get his attention. The two then shook hands, shared a hug, and exchanged a few words before walking away.

Jared Goff and Sean McVay shook hands and hugged after the Detroit Lions lost to the os Angeles Rams inside SoFi Stadium.

It’s been almost five years since a blockbuster trade sent Jared Goff from the Los Angeles Rams to the Detroit Lions — but his wife, Christen Harper Goff, said any bad blood is a thing of the past. “It kind of feels like water under the bridge at this point,

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has a clear message for the growing number of fans who believe the team’s playoff chances are over: the doubt is frustrating, and the team remains confident.

The Detroit Lions, led by quarterback Jared Goff, face the Los Angeles Rams, led by quarterback Matthew Stafford, on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif.

Goff said his time with the Rams was a long time ago. When asked if he still feels an emotional charge to facing his former team, he said, “No, not so much anymore.”