Jared Goff Quietly Outshines Mahomes, Allen, and Burrow: Lions QB Leads NFL in Passing Touchdowns Over Last Three Seasons
In a league dominated by high-profile quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Joe Burrow, one name is emerging from the shadows — and he’s putting up elite numbers without the hype. Jared Goff, the Detroit Lions quarterback once written off as a placeholder, is now leading the NFL in passing touchdowns over the past three seasons, according to official league statistics.
While Mahomes dazzles with his off-platform throws, Allen powers through defenses with his dual-threat game, and Burrow commands a swaggering poise in Cincinnati, Goff has been quietly rewriting his narrative in Detroit — with touchdowns as his pen.
📈 The Numbers Don’t Lie
From 2022 through 2024, Goff has thrown a league-leading 98 touchdown passes, edging out Mahomes (96), Allen (92), and Burrow (89) in that stretch. He also ranks among the top five in passer rating, completion percentage, and fourth-quarter comebacks during the same period.
“Jared Goff has been the most overlooked elite quarterback in the NFL over the last three seasons,” said ESPN analyst Mina Kimes. “He’s not just managing games — he’s winning them with precision and poise.”
🦁 Resurrecting the Lions
Goff’s resurgence coincides with the Detroit Lions’ transformation from a struggling franchise into a legitimate NFC powerhouse. Under head coach Dan Campbell, the Lions have built a culture of toughness and unity, with Goff as the steadying force at the center.
Since arriving in Detroit as part of the Matthew Stafford trade in 2021, Goff has silenced doubters with his leadership and efficiency. In 2023, he led the Lions to their first playoff win in over 30 years. In 2024, he took them to the NFC Championship game, falling just short of the Super Bowl.
“He’s the heartbeat of this team,” said Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. “He might not yell or run around like some of the other guys, but when we’re in the huddle, we believe. He delivers.”
🔥 Efficiency Over Flash
Unlike Mahomes or Allen, Goff isn’t known for improvisational heroics. Instead, he thrives in structure — dissecting defenses with sharp timing routes, disciplined reads, and calm decision-making. His work with offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has elevated the Lions’ playbook into one of the league’s most creative and balanced attacks.
Over the last three seasons, Goff has also posted one of the lowest interception rates among starting quarterbacks, reinforcing his status as a model of consistency.
“He doesn’t need to be flashy,” said NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah. “He just needs to be Jared Goff — and right now, that’s more than enough to win games at a high level.”
🧠 From “Game Manager” to Game Changer
It wasn’t long ago that Goff’s name was synonymous with “system QB” or “overpaid starter.” After falling out of favor with Sean McVay in Los Angeles, many saw his move to Detroit as a step backward. But Goff has flipped the narrative with hard work, humility, and production.
Now entering the final two years of his contract, there’s buzz that the Lions are preparing a long-term extension that could keep Goff in Detroit well into his 30s.
“He’s earned everything that’s coming his way,” said Coach Dan Campbell. “This is his team.”
