By Moses Joshua 
After years of being underestimated, the Lions’ quarterback is poised to crash the MVP conversation in 2025.
Climbing the Ladder: Goff’s MVP Momentum Grows
Jared Goff has spent the past few seasons redefining himself—and now, his name is being whispered in MVP conversations. According to a recent analysis by NFL insider Judy Battista, Goff is a “dark horse” candidate for the league’s top individual honor in 2025. And it’s more than hype; the case for Goff is rooted in production, leadership, and opportunity.
In 2024, Goff didn’t just guide the Detroit Lions to another explosive offensive campaign—he earned tangible MVP buzz, garnering third-, fourth-, and fifth-place votes. It marked the clearest sign yet that the league is beginning to see him as more than a system quarterback.
A Consistent Offense and a New Voice
A key to Goff’s rising stock is the offensive continuity in Detroit. Though offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has moved on, new play-caller John Morton has made it clear that radical change is off the table. “He doesn’t plan to change much,” Battista noted, adding that the system remains one of the most “complete, explosive offenses in the game.”
While the Lions lost interior anchors like Kevin Zeitler and longtime center Frank Ragnow, the core of the offense remains intact. Goff will still have his top weapons, including Pro Bowl receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and dynamic running back Jahmyr Gibbs, ensuring the unit retains its firepower.
Fighting the Label: From ‘Game Manager’ to MVP Candidate
What makes Goff’s candidacy compelling is not just his numbers—it’s his narrative. Often labeled a “game manager,” Goff has worked relentlessly to shake off that image. He’s become more aggressive, more poised in crunch time, and more vocal as a leader. That transformation has not gone unnoticed by NFL analysts.
“He’s hungry,” one NFC scout noted. “He wants to prove he’s not just benefiting from great coaching—he wants people to see he makes this offense go.”
If Detroit once again sits atop the NFC North and their offense fires on all cylinders, Goff will not be able to hide in the shadows. He’ll be the reason.
A Season to Seize the Spotlight
Detroit’s aspirations this year are lofty, and Goff’s performance will be central to meeting them. If the Lions continue their winning ways and Goff delivers in marquee moments, his case as an MVP finalist will be undeniable.
The story of Jared Goff has always been one of highs and lows. From a Super Bowl appearance in Los Angeles to being traded away for questions about his ceiling, Goff now finds himself leading one of the league’s most exciting teams—and perhaps, one of its most compelling MVP campaigns.