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Jared Goff criticized for exclusion from Portnoy's QB rankings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 1:04 AM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Jared Goff criticized for exclusion from Portnoy's QB rankings

Summary

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is receiving backlash for not being included in Dave Portnoy's latest NFL QB rankings. Goff ranks among the top quarterbacks this season, holding seventh in passing yards (1,964), tied for fifth in touchdown passes (15), and tied for second in interceptions (one). Lions fans expressed their frustration on social media, labeling the omission as 'absolutely ridiculous.' Goff addressed the team's injury issues in a press conference, particularly the significant neck injury of linebacker Jack Campbell, which occurred during the recent victory over the Minnesota Vikings. He indicated hopes for Campbell's recovery while acknowledging the impact of injuries on the team's season at 5-2.

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•Goff has 1,964 passing yards this season.
•Goff ranks tied for fifth in touchdown passes with 15.
•Fans expressed outrage over Goff's exclusion from Portnoy’s list.
•Goff discussed injury concerns regarding linebacker Jack Campbell.
•Lions currently hold a 5-2 record this season.

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1:04 AMYahoo Sports — “Absolutely Ridiculous Not to Have Jared Goff Here”: Lions Fans Call Out Dave Portnoy Over “Beyond Laughable” QB Rankings

What they're saying

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Jared Goff is statistically one of the best quarterbacks in the league at the moment. He’s seventh in passing yards this season (1,964), tied for fifth in touchdown passes (15) and tied for second in interceptions (one).
— Yahoo Sports

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