Detroit’s quarterback gets some tough love from analysts, but fans are having none of it.

When it comes to NFL quarterbacks, few names have stirred up as much debate recently as Jared Goff. The Detroit Lions have made headlines as Super Bowl favorites, but not everyone is sold on their quarterback. Nick Wright, co-host of First Things First, has thrown some serious shade at Goff, and now Lions fans are clapping back in a big way.

Wright’s Criticism of Goff: A Bold Statement

Nick Wright’s take on Jared Goff didn’t pull any punches. While the Detroit Lions are soaring high in Super Bowl predictions, Wright remains skeptical. According to Wright, Detroit’s playoff hopes are doomed as long as they rely on Goff, calling him a “civilian” at quarterback.

“I don’t think you can be the best team in the league when you have a civilian at quarterback,” Wright declared, implying that Goff’s abilities were holding the Lions back from their potential.

His remarks didn’t end there. Wright went on to say that it’s “very difficult” for teams to string together three straight wins in today’s NFL with a quarterback he deems “just a good guy.” He made it clear that even with the Lions’ impressive season, he couldn’t place them above teams like the Kansas City Chiefs or Buffalo Bills, stating, “I can’t say this team with Jared Goff at quarterback is better than the Chiefs or the Bills. I can’t, I won’t.”

Lions Fans Hit Back: ‘Disrespectful and Wrong’

It didn’t take long for the Lions faithful to react. Fans flooded the comment sections, ready to defend their quarterback. “That civilian threw the only perfect 18-for-18, three touchdown game,” one fan pointed out, referencing a record-breaking performance by Goff that left Wright’s critique in the dust.

Another fan fired back: “He looks like a kid trying to sound important at the adult table.” Clearly, the sharp criticism didn’t sit well with Detroit supporters, who weren’t shy about expressing their displeasure.

Goff’s Impressive Stats Can’t Be Ignored

It’s not just fans defending Goff based on emotion; the stats tell a compelling story as well. Goff is completing 73% of his passes this season, ranking just behind Tua Tagovailoa of the Miami Dolphins for the highest completion percentage among players with 1,400 or more passing attempts. Goff’s consistent play and leadership have contributed significantly to Detroit’s rise in the rankings, but to Wright, none of that is enough to change his mind.

Underdog Mentality: Goff’s Response to the Doubters

If there’s one thing Lions fans know, it’s that their team thrives on proving the doubters wrong. “Goff will feed off that disrespect!” one fan commented, echoing a sentiment many believe will motivate the quarterback even more. Goff has always been somewhat underrated, but that seems to only fuel his desire to show that he belongs among the league’s elite.

The Lions Have Their Champion

While Nick Wright may have his doubts, one thing is clear: Jared Goff has earned the respect of his fans and his teammates. The Lions are no longer the underdog team they once were. With Goff at the helm, Detroit has proven they’re contenders, and it’s clear their quarterback is ready to continue leading them toward greater success. For Lions fans, Wright’s criticisms are just more fuel for their fire, and they’re fully prepared to back their quarterback all the way to the top.