NFL coach compares Jared Goff to Tom Brady, Peyton Manning
In the world of football, drawing comparisons to legendary quarterbacks like Tom Brady and Peyton Manning is no small feat. Yet, thatโs precisely the recognition that Detroit Lionsโ quarterback Jared Goff has earned, thanks to an insightful comparison by Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Larry Foote.

Why it matters: Goffโs Play-Action Skills
Coach Foote, who serves as Tampa Bayโs passing game coordinator and inside linebacker coach, recently heaped praise on Jared Goff, likening him to the two Hall of Fame quarterbacks in a specific aspect of his game โ play-action.
โI remember [when] he was drafted because I was in Arizona,โ Tampa Bayโs passing game coordinator and inside linebacker coach Larry Foote recently said of Goff. โHis only bad year, in my opinion, was probably his rookie year. With [Sean] McVay in his second year, he just took off. Heโs a good, savvy quarterback. Whatโs unique about him [is] I put him in that group with [Tom] Brady and [Peyton] Manning as far as the play action โ they sell it, they do a good job of selling it. As a linebacker, that can be tricky, because it looks the same. Heโs making every throw and heโs a No. 1 pick.โ
While the comparison is in the context of Goffโs play-action skills, being mentioned alongside iconic quarterbacks like Brady and Manning is noteworthy and bound to capture attention in the NFL community.
TL;DR (too long didnโt read)
- Lionsโ quarterback Jared Goff draws favorable comparisons to NFL legends Tom Brady and Peyton Manning.
- Buccaneersโ coach Larry Foote praises Goffโs play-action skills and likens him to Brady and Manning in this aspect.
- The matchup between the Buccaneers and Lions gains added attention as two first-place teams clash.

Bottom Line โ Goffโs Moment in the Spotlight
Jared Goffโs comparison to Tom Brady and Peyton Manning in the realm of play-action adds an exciting layer to an already highly anticipated NFL showdown between the Lions and Buccaneers. It emphasizes the nuance and depth of talent in the league, where every quarterback has their unique strengths.