The Detroit Lions’ franchise-record 11-game win streak came to a dramatic halt in Week 15, as they were defeated by the Buffalo Bills in a high-scoring 48-42 shootout. Despite a valiant effort, the Lions couldn’t match the offensive firepower of Josh Allen and the Bills. The loss, combined with new injuries to key players, has sparked concern about Detroit’s Super Bowl aspirations. However, quarterback Jared Goff remains confident, dismissing the growing negativity surrounding the team’s chances.
“We’ll be just fine,” Goff said after the game. “There will be a lot of talk about the sky falling, but we’re good. Losing is tough, but we’ve had a great run, and it’s important to stay focused.” Goff expressed his belief that while the team was aiming for a perfect season, this loss could serve as a valuable learning experience for the Lions as they head into their final three regular-season games.
Goff had an outstanding performance in the loss, setting a unique record as the first quarterback to throw for over 400 yards, five touchdowns, and no interceptions in a losing effort. However, the mounting injuries to the Lions’ defense now put even more pressure on Goff and the offense to perform in the remaining games. Goff is determined to take on this challenge, with the team relying on their offense to stay competitive.
Goff explained that if the Lions approach the loss the right way, using it as a learning opportunity, it can ultimately benefit the team. “We need to recognize where we fell short, improve, and move forward,” he said. He emphasized the importance of staying focused and using the Buffalo defeat as fuel for the team’s upcoming challenges.
Looking ahead, Goff acknowledged that the team is facing intense pressure, especially with Minnesota closing in on the division title and the Eagles competing for the top seed in the NFC. He knows the urgency of the situation and believes the Lions need to embrace it if they are to succeed in their final three games and push forward into the playoffs.
