Sewell Defends Goff After Lions Playoff Defeat

Following the Detroit Lions' playoff defeat to the Washington Commanders, offensive tackle Penei Sewell defended quarterback Jared Goff from criticism, emphasizing that football is a team sport where blame should not rest on a single player. Despite Goff's four turnovers, including a pick-six, Sewell and other teammates like Taylor Decker highlighted the need for collective accountability and pointed out that the Lions' defense also struggled, giving up 45 points. Goff acknowledged his poor performance but conveyed that the broader team effort influenced the outcome. The Lions' historic 15-win season ended without a conference championship appearance, with the team focusing on improving next season.