Jared Goff 2023 Best Bets Breakdown
If the Detroit Lions are going to meet their lofty goals in 2023, quarterback Jared Goff will play a big part in their success.
The veteran signal-caller enjoyed a revival in the 2022 campaign, and led the Lions to eight wins in their final 10 games. Now, he's tasked with leading the team to the postseason.
His performance last season was incredibly encouraging for the passionate fanbase. He's currently viewed among the top quarterbacks in the NFC and as a dark-horse MVP candidate.
As the 2023 season draws near, here are predictions on futures bets regarding Goff's performance.
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Total passing yards
Best bet: Over 4,000.5 (-105)
Goff is comfortable in offensive coordinator Ben Johnson's scheme, which has been designed to maximize his strengths.
The passer easily cleared this mark last season, throwing for 4,438 yards. Detroit's offense utilizes a variety of play-action sets designed to capitalize on opposing defenses' efforts of stopping the run game.
The Lions have revamped their backfield, which will lead to opponents being dedicated to shutting down that aspect. Enter Goff, who has shown he's capable of making the most of his opportunities.
Amon-Ra St. Brown emerged last season as one of the league's most consistent slot receivers, and he has great rapport with his passer. That connection is poised to be potent.
Jameson Williams will also provide a spark when he returns, as his speed gives Detroit an element it hasn't had in years past. The second-year wideout flashed his ability to take the top off defenses in his limited spurt last year.
One of Detroit's new running backs, rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, will also be a steady contributor in the passing game, and give Goff another option. His speed can turn short passes into big gains.
With the plethora of reliable weapons who play well with his strengths, the passer is set up for significant success in 2023.
Total passing touchdowns
Best bet: Over 25.5 (+100)
This success with the passing game should carry over into the touchdown department. Last season, the Lions leaned heavily on their run game inside the red zone.
However, St. Brown is adept at finding seams in defenses in short areas. Rookie Sam LaPorta is already wowing observers in workouts, and could emerge as the next goal-line threat.
With Williams and Gibbs in the fold, the Lions should create more big plays from the passing game through vertical routes and screens.
If Goff and the speedy wideout can nail down chemistry, their connection should result in plenty of big plays.
The signal-caller tossed 29 touchdowns last year. With Williams fully healthy, he should be able to soar past this number by creating big plays that end in scores.
