The Detroit Lions have been making headlines this offseason, and the latest buzz surrounds comments made by offensive coordinator Ben Johnson regarding quarterback Jared Goff. Johnson’s remarks have sparked a reaction from several Lions stars, who are weighing in on the situation.
For those who may have missed it, Johnson recently expressed his desire to see Goff take a more significant leadership role within the team. While Johnson’s comments were not necessarily critical of Goff, they did suggest that the quarterback has room to grow in terms of his leadership abilities.
Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown was one of the first players to respond to Johnson’s comments. St. Brown, who had a breakout season in 2022, expressed his support for Goff and emphasized the importance of teamwork in achieving success.
“I think Jared’s done a great job of leading us, and I think we’ve all done a great job of working together as a team,” St. Brown said. “At the end of the day, it’s not just about one guy; it’s about all of us working together to achieve our goals.”
Fellow wide receiver Jameson Williams also chimed in on the conversation, echoing St. Brown’s sentiments and highlighting Goff’s strengths as a leader.
“Jared’s a great leader, and he’s always been someone who’s willing to listen and take feedback,” Williams said. “I think he’s done a great job of leading us, and I’m excited to see what he does next season.”
Defensive tackle Aidan Hutchinson, the Lions’ first-round pick in 2022, also weighed in on the situation. Hutchinson emphasized the importance of having a strong leader at the quarterback position and expressed his confidence in Goff’s abilities.
“Jared’s a great quarterback, and he’s always been someone who’s willing to put in the work,” Hutchinson said. “I think he’s a natural leader, and I’m excited to see what he does next season.”
While Johnson’s comments may have sparked some controversy, it’s clear that the Lions players are united in their support for Goff. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, it will be interesting to see how Goff responds to Johnson’s comments and how the team comes together to achieve their goals.