The Detroit Lions have seen noticeable improvements in their offense this season, with one of the standout developments being the blossoming connection between quarterback Jared Goff and wide receiver Jameson Williams. It’s been a journey of growth, and according to Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, it took time to truly get the duo on the same page.
The Struggle and the Breakthrough
Over the past two and a half years, the duo has worked tirelessly to build their connection, and it’s finally paying off.
“Two-and-a-half years. I mean, shoot, we struggled there that first year, when he got healthy, to truly get on the same page, and as coaches we saw – we saw the potential and with Jared, he’s a timing, he’s a rhythm quarterback, he needs reps, just like the great ones do, I mean, he’s no different, and so it was just a matter of time and we knew it was going to click, and when it does click, man, what’s better than a two-play drive?” said Ben Johnson.
The Lions offense has benefited greatly from the connection between Goff and Williams. Their ability to sync up has led to explosive plays, such as a stunning post route against single-high coverage. As the team prepares for the postseason, having that kind of threat on tape is invaluable.
The Potential Moving Forward
“That’s the potential that Jameson has to this offense and it’s a beautiful thing to see a post versus single-high like that,” Johnson added. “I know this, it does our offense wonders going into the end of the season here and into the postseason to put that type of stuff on tape.”
Looking ahead, the upside for Williams is immense. His speed and playmaking ability make him a dangerous weapon for the Lions, and with the team’s talented supporting cast, the sky’s the limit.
“Yeah, shoot, I don’t know if you can put a number on the limit, but I know he’s surrounded by some really good players, and so when you get a bunch of talented guys together, they can do some really special things,” Goff said of Williams' potential.
As the Lions move toward their playoff push, the Goff-Williams connection will continue to be one of the most exciting aspects of their offense. If they can maintain this rhythm, the Lions will undoubtedly be a force to reckon with in the postseason.
