Jared Goff prioritizes chemistry with new center Cade Mays for Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 4:27 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is focusing on building rapport with new center Cade Mays, who signed with the team in March. Mays is adjusting to a new offense and has been actively seeking guidance from Goff, who has extensive experience with the scheme. This marks the 11th season for Goff in the NFL and the seventh different center he has worked with since 2016. The Lions are looking to solidify their offensive line after the retirement of Frank Ragnow in mid-2025. Both players emphasize the importance of communication as they prepare for the upcoming season, with Mays aiming to enhance his performance significantly this fall.
- •Cade Mays signed a three-year deal with the Lions worth $25 million.
- •Jared Goff has transitioned through multiple centers during his career.
- •Mays has only 20 career starts at the center position.
- •Goff and Mays are focusing on off-field chemistry-building activities.
- •Mays has not allowed a sack since Week 17 of the 2023 season.
- 4:27 PMYahoo Sports — Lions QB Jared Goff 'intentional' in building chemistry with Cade Mays
""It's a new offense for me," said Detroit Lions center Cade Mays, who was signed in March. "(Jared Goff)'s been a part of it a long time."
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