The Detroit Lions walked out of New York with a dramatic 34–27 overtime victory, and quarterback Jared Goff didn’t hold back when reflecting on the emotional roller-coaster his team rode to get the job done. After a game filled with explosive plays, defensive breakdowns, and a heavy dose of Jahmyr Gibbs magic, Goff’s message was simple: this team knows how to fight.
Goff opened by stressing how important it was for the Lions to stay grounded when things got tough. He said the team had to remind themselves what they’re capable of — a comment that reflects how Detroit had to claw its way out of mistakes, penalties, and momentum swings. According to him, the belief inside the locker room never wavered, even when the Giants kept punching back.
One of the biggest talking points was Jahmyr Gibbs, who put together one of the most spectacular rushing performances in Lions history. Goff said that if they were going to rely on Gibbs, they were willing to go all in — and it paid off. The young star broke loose for multiple game-changing runs, and Goff made it clear he trusts him fully in big-moment situations.
Even with the win, Goff didn’t pretend everything was perfect. He acknowledged the Giants’ quarterback played “out of his mind,” and that Detroit’s defense had to battle through some breakdowns. But he also emphasized how rare it is to get chances late in a game like this — and how proud he was that the Lions didn’t let the opportunity slip away.
Goff also gave credit to his offensive line, praising how they protected him in high-pressure moments, especially during the two-minute drill. He noted that composure and execution from the entire offense were the reason Detroit was able to push the game into overtime and eventually finish the job.
In the end, Goff’s tone was equal parts relief and determination. Detroit escaped with a thrilling win, but the quarterback made it clear they’ve got plenty to clean up. Still, what matters most is that when everything tightened up, the Lions found a way — and their quarterback believes that grit will take them far down the stretch of the season.
Goff Reacts to Lions’ Wild OT Win: ‘We Had to Remind Ourselves Who We Are
