Dan Campbell defends Jared Goff after Ben Johnson's comment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 5:06 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Dan Campbell strongly defended Jared Goff's mobility when questioned about its impact on the Detroit Lions' offense. Campbell responded to a joke made by former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson regarding Goff's mobility, stating that Goff's strengths lie in his cerebral gameplay. Goff is currently performing well, throwing for 802 yards and eight touchdowns with no interceptions across three games. Campbell emphasized Goff's ability to process defenses effectively rather than relying on scrambling ability. Goff himself has downplayed the commentary made by Johnson.
- •Campbell responded to Johnson's joke about Goff's mobility on September 30.
- •Goff has thrown for 802 yards and eight touchdowns in three games.
- •Campbell believes Goff's game is based on processing and anticipation.
- •Goff completed 25 of 32 passes for 269 yards in a recent win.
- •The Lions are seeking to maximize Goff's strengths to enhance their offense.
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Fires Back at Ben Johnson’s ‘Joke’ About Jared Goff
"Dan Campbell delivered a strong response when asked whether Jared Goff's lack of mobility is a hindrance to the Detroit Lions offense.
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