Lions Lock up Former Cal Star Goff With Four-Year Contract Extension

Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions warms up before a game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, on Dec. 30, 2023. Ron Jenkins/Getty Images

The Detroit Lions have looked in vain decade after decade for a playoff-winning quarterback.

When the search ended with Jared Goff under center, the franchise was determined not to let him get away.