Why Detroit Lions Jared Goff Isn’t In The MVP According To His Star Receiver
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has consistently guided one of the NFL’s most productive offenses, yet his name is often absent from serious MVP discussions. While other quarterbacks and players get consistent media buzz, Goff remains on the periphery. On a recent episode of the “St. Brown Bros.” podcast, a compelling theory was offered as to why the veteran signal-caller is being overlooked.
Detroit Lions Jared Goff: The Quiet Professional
According to Equanimeous St. Brown, a key reason Goff isn’t a frontrunner for the award is his low-key media presence. Unlike other stars who are constantly in the spotlight, Goff tends to avoid controversy and simply focuses on his job.
“My theory with Jared Goff is because… he’s not like out there in the media,” St. Brown explained. “He just gets the job done. He does the job so well. There is no controversy.”
In a league where narratives and entertainment value often drive award conversations, Goff’s quiet, no-frills approach may work against him. St. Brown suggested that the NFL is an “entertainment sport,” and for a player like Goff to win MVP, he would need to have a statistically overwhelming season to overcome his lack of a major media profile.
The Small-Market Factor
Another significant point raised on the podcast was the impact of playing for the Detroit Lions. Despite the team’s success, the Lions are still widely considered a “small market” team compared to coastal powerhouses or historic franchises with a larger national following.
“People don’t hear his name enough,” St. Brown noted. “You guys are a good team, but you guys are a small market. You guys are doing well, but you guys are a small market, which sucks.”
This perception can limit a player’s national exposure, making it harder to build the momentum needed for an MVP campaign. While players like running back Jonathan Taylor and quarterback Matthew Stafford are frequently mentioned, Goff’s consistent performance doesn’t generate the same level of excitement or discussion on a national scale.
What It Takes to Win
The discussion highlights an interesting aspect of the MVP award. While on-field performance is the primary criterion, it’s clear that narrative, media presence, and market size play a significant role. For a player who isn’t a flashy, media-darling, the bar for what constitutes an MVP season seems to be higher.
Amon-Ra St. Brown believes his quarterback should be in the conversation, but the points his brother raised shed light on why that hasn’t happened. For Goff to enter the race, it appears he needs more than just elite play; he may need an “O.D. year” — an extraordinary season that is simply too dominant for voters to ignore. Until then, he remains one of the league’s most effective and underappreciated leaders.
