Goff’s extension could be seen coming for quite some time. He finished in the top four in both passing yards (4,575) and passing touchdowns (30) in 2024, propelling a Lions offense that finished third in yards per game and powered Detroit to its first division title in 30 years, two playoff wins and an appearance in the NFC Championship Game.

Simply put, when Goff succeeded, Detroit thrived. All that was left was to pay him accordingly. They’re kindred spirits and partners, too, as they’ve both reclaimed their trajectories by working together, reviving Goff’s career and turning the Lions into a legitimate winner in the process.

They’re also both attached at the hip for the next few years. If all goes well, it should be the continuation of a once-unexpectedly beautiful partnership.