Jared Goff and the Los Angeles Rams have parted ways as of January 31, 2021. The Rams traded Goff for veteran Detroit Lions star Matthew Stafford. They also traded 2 future first-round picks and 1 third-round pick to bring in Stafford from Michigan. Goff will be moving in the opposite direction.

He will link-up with former Lions WR and new head coach, Dan Campbell. The Lions organization is undergoing a rebuild at the moment, and Goff’s arrival is part of that process. But many would say that this is a step back for him with respect to his NFL career. Here’s what Goff has to say on the same.

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Jared Goff looking forward to working under Dan Campbell in Detroit

Jared Goff led the Rams to the Divisional Round Playoffs. But, they suffered a defeat at the hands of Aaron Rodgers-led Green Bay Packers. He finished the season with 3,952 passing yards with 20 passing TDs against 13 interceptions. The 26-year-old still has a lot to offer and can very well be a surprise package in 2021. But, he has his fair share of doubters.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future in the league, Goff remains optimistic with respect to this new adventure in the NFC North.

“I’m just excited to be somewhere that I know wants me and appreciates me. I’m moving forward and couldn’t be more excited to build a winner there. I’m excited about Dan (Campbell) and the whole staff,” Goff said via NFL Network’s Michael Silver.

Former New York Giants player-turned coach Dan Campbell is aiming to turn things around in Detroit. The two future first-round picks will be a key part of this deal. The Lions were set to pay Stafford $33 million this season. However, when you remove that contract from their salary cap total, it will free up $14 million in new cap space for 2021.

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