Jared Goff

American football quarterback, Super Bowl LIII

Jared Goff - Athletes & Sports Figures born October 14th, 1994
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Played quarterback in the National Football League. Drafted first overall by the Los Angeles Rams in the 2016 NFL Draft. In the 2018 season, led the Rams to an NFC Championship and a Super Bowl appearance in Super Bowl LIII against the New England Patriots. Achieved Pro Bowl selections in both 2017 and 2018. After several seasons with the Rams, was traded to the Detroit Lions in 2021, contributing to the team's offense.

Led Los Angeles Rams to Super Bowl LIII

Selected first overall in the 2016 NFL Draft

Achieved Pro Bowl selections in 2017 and 2018

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