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Is Detroit’s offense as bulletproof as it looks?
Detroit Lions fans have plenty of reasons to feel good this offseason. Jared Goff is coming off one of his most efficient campaigns, Jahmyr Gibbs is emerging as a dual-threat weapon, and Amon-Ra St. Brown just keeps getting better. But as the hype grows around the Lions’ Super Bowl potential, one analyst is pumping the brakes—with a pointed warning.
The offensive line might not be as airtight as you think.
A top-tier QB—but under pressure?
In a recent segment on NFL Network, analyst Brian Baldinger singled out Goff’s pass protection as a concern heading into 2025. “Goff had a lot of time last year,” Baldinger noted. “But if you look closely, especially in games against top-tier edge rushers, he got rattled fast.”
And he’s not wrong. Despite the praise Detroit’s O-line has received—much of it deserved—the group did allow pressure at key moments late last season, especially during the playoffs. The interior held strong, but Goff struggled when edge pressure forced him off-script.
“Best cast he’s had”—but is it enough?
What’s frustrating—and fascinating—for Lions fans is that this is arguably the best offensive unit Goff has had in his entire career. Between Ben Johnson’s innovative play designs and versatile weapons like Gibbs, Montgomery, and rookie tight end Theo Johnson, the pieces are all there.
But football is a trench war. And in games that matter, even one weak link on the offensive line can turn a big play into a drive-killing sack. That’s what Baldinger is hinting at: Goff’s pocket comfort can flip in an instant if defenses can get around those tackles.
Fix it now—or pay later
Detroit’s front office has been aggressive this offseason, but they haven’t added much new depth at offensive tackle. With Taylor Decker aging and Penei Sewell now a marked man after his All-Pro season, opposing teams will test both sides heavily in 2025.
So, does this mean doom and gloom? Not at all. It just means Lions fans should keep an eye on camp battles and preseason protection breakdowns. A deep postseason run might depend not on the flashy weapons—but on how clean Goff’s jersey stays.