Jared Goff discusses Cade Mays injury and praises Seth McLaughlin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Jared Goff addressed the wrist injury of Cade Mays following Monday's practice, expressing disappointment as Mays is expected to miss 8 to 10 weeks. This leaves Seth McLaughlin to step in at center for the Detroit Lions, a role Goff believes McLaughlin has adapted to well, showing good communication and command. Goff is confident that Mays can stay mentally involved while recovering. Their success as a duo will depend on building chemistry quickly, as time is limited before the season starts.
- •Cade Mays expected to miss 8 to 10 weeks due to a wrist injury.
- •Seth McLaughlin stepped in as center after Mays' injury.
- •Goff praised McLaughlin's communication and decisiveness in practice.
- •Goff and McLaughlin need to increase reps together before the season.
- •Juice Scruggs also remains in contention for the center position.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Jared Goff Reacts to Cade Mays Injury, Praises Replacement
"Jared Goff reacted to Cade Mays’ wrist injury and praised Seth McLaughlin’s communication as the Lions adjust at center.
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