Move Over Eagles. Lions Now Have a Viral Signature Play

The Philadelphia Eagles once had the most viral play in the NFL. Now, it’s the Detroit Lions’ turn.
Move Over Eagles. Lions Now Have a Viral Signature Play
Jared Goff (16) of the Detroit Lions signals for a play against the Chicago Bears during the first quarter at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill., on Dec. 22, 2024. Michael Reaves/Getty Images
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Two years ago, the Philadelphia Eagles came up with the “tush push” play on the way to a Super Bowl appearance. Now, the Detroit Lions (13–2) have a signature play known as the “stumble bum” that the team executed on Sunday.

Lions quarterback Jared Goff apparently stumbled amid a feigned handoff to running back Jahmyr Gibbs, who also stumbled afterward as Goff fired a touchdown pass to tight end Sam LaPorta. The third-quarter touchdown play designed by offensive coordinator Ben Johnson turned into the marquee moment of the Lions’ 34–17 win over the Chicago Bears (4–11) at Soldier Field.
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