Jared Goff's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jared Goff. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jared Goff is an American football quarterback currently playing for the Detroit Lions. He was drafted first overall by the Los Angeles Rams in 2016 after a successful college career at the University of California, Berkeley, where he set Pac-12 records. Goff experienced a career resurgence in 2017 and 2018, leading the Rams to a Super Bowl appearance and earning two Pro Bowl selections. He was later traded to the Lions, where he continues his NFL career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1962: Lions' 8-2 Record

In 1962, the Lions had an 8–2 record, a feat they matched again later in Goff's career.

1971: Tied Record for Fewest Points in Super Bowl History

In Super Bowl LIII, Goff and the Rams lost to the New England Patriots 13-3 and tied the 1971 Miami Dolphins for the fewest points in Super Bowl history.

1986: Perfect Passer Rating

In 2018, Goff set the record for most passing yards and attempts while maintaining a perfect passer rating, surpassing Ken O'Brien's 32 attempts for 431 yards in 1986.

1993: Lions' Division Title

In 1993, the Lions won their first division title since then after a win against the Vikings.

1994: Drew Bledsoe's Completion Record

In 1994, Drew Bledsoe tied the NFL record for completions in a regular-season game against the Vikings.

2004: Last Cal Quarterback to Earn All-Pac-12 Honors

In 2015, Goff earned first-team All-Pac-12 honors becoming the first Cal quarterback to earn first-team All-Pac-12 honors since Rodgers in 2004.

2008: Post-Season Win Since 2008

In 2015, Goff helped to lead an 8-5 Cal team to a winning record and bowl game for the first time since 2011 as well as a post-season win for the first time since 2008.

2011: Winning Season Since 2011

In 2015, Goff helped to lead an 8-5 Cal team to a winning record for the first time since 2011.

2012: QB wins with 5+ Interceptions

In 2012, Goff became the first quarterback since then to win with five or more interceptions in a game.

2013: Started All Twelve Games

In 2013, Goff started all twelve games and set Cal single-season records for passing yards, yardage gained, total offense, passes completed, and passes attempted, even though the team finished 1-11.

2014: Starting Quarterback Again

In 2014, Goff was again the starting quarterback for the Golden Bears and set new school records.

November 14, 2015: Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week

On November 14, 2015, Goff threw for 453 yards and six touchdowns in a victory over Oregon State, earning Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week honors.

2015: Set New Pac-12 Records

In 2015, Goff set a new Pac-12 single-season passing-yardage record at 4,714 yards, and a new conference record for touchdown passes in a season with 43. He also earned first-team All-Pac-12 honors.

2016: End of Thanksgiving Losing Streak

In 2016, Goff helped end the Lions' Thanksgiving losing streak with a win over the Bears.

2017: Breakout Season

In 2017, Goff had a breakout season, leading the Rams to their first playoff appearance since 2004.

January 22, 2018: First Pro Bowl

On January 22, 2018, Goff was named to his first Pro Bowl as an injury and Super Bowl replacement for Carson Wentz.

2018: Drew Brees' Passer Rating Record

In 2018, Drew Brees was the first quarterback to finish with a passer rating of 150+ in consecutive starts before Goff matched the same record.

2018: Second Straight Pro Bowl

In 2018, Goff had many career highs, and was selected to his second straight Pro Bowl for his performance.

2018: Finished Atop the NFC West

In 2018, The Rams finished atop the NFC West with a 13–3 record.

2019: Goff's 2019 Season

During the 2019 season, Goff finished with 4,638 passing yards, 22 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions. He also had 40 rushing yards and two touchdowns in 16 games as the Rams finished with a 9–7 record. His 626 pass attempts led the league in the 2019 season, and his 394 pass completions set a single-season franchise record at the time.

2019: Ranked 32nd on NFL Top 100

In 2019, Goff was ranked 32nd by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

2020: Contract Extension

In 2019, Goff agreed to a four-year extension worth $134 million featuring $110 million guaranteed, at the time, it was an NFL record for the most guaranteed money in a contract, surpassed by Patrick Mahomes in 2020.

2022: Goff's 2022 Season and Pro Bowl Selection

During the 2022 season, Goff finished with 4,438 yards, 29 touchdowns, and seven interceptions for the Lions, starting in all 17 games. He was named to his third Pro Bowl as an alternative.