Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff and his wife, Christen Harper, recently celebrated the arrival of their baby girl, Romy, and the joy is clearly visible in their lives. Harper, a model featured in Sports Illustrated, was recently spotted taking a peaceful beach stroll with Romy snugly tucked in a baby carrier. The sweet moment was snapped by her best friend, Katie Austin.

Goff and Harper tied the knot last year after a long-term relationship and shared their pregnancy news a few months ago. Harper’s journey through motherhood gained public attention, especially after she posed for a unique maternity shoot with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. Her photos were applauded for celebrating the strength and adaptability of women during pregnancy.

“Morning beach walk with miss Romy girl,” read the caption on Katie Austin’s Instagram post, which Christen Harper later reshared, delighting her followers.

As Harper adjusts to life with their newborn daughter, Jared Goff is focused on preparing for another NFL season with the Detroit Lions. The added responsibility of being a dad will likely push Goff to step up his game, and fans are hopeful that this life change will bring out the best in him on the field.

The Lions were eliminated in the divisional round last season after losing to the Washington Commanders. Heading into this season, they aim to make a deeper playoff run and will open their regular season with a showdown against the Green Bay Packers in Week 1.

To kick off the NFL season, Goff’s Detroit Lions will play the Los Angeles Chargers in the Hall of Fame Game. This marks the first appearance for both teams in the HOF Game, and excitement among fans is at an all-time high. This year’s Hall of Fame class includes Eric Allen, Jared Allen, Sterling Sharpe, and Antonio Gates, who will receive their gold jackets on Saturday.

Following the Hall of Fame Game, Detroit will play three more preseason matchups before Week 1. Jared Goff’s leadership will be critical to the Lions’ offensive success as the team pushes to improve on last season’s record.