Overview
- This week Campbell told Sports Illustrated reporter Albert Breer that Goff’s ability to read defenses and make accurate throws under duress reminds him of Drew Brees.
- Campbell framed the comment as an endorsement of Goff’s standing in Detroit, calling him 'massively underrated' and reiterating that Goff is the Lions’ franchise quarterback entering the new season.
- Reporters point to metrics cited in recent coverage showing very high completion rates and top-tier accuracy under pressure as the likely basis for Campbell’s assessment.
- The coach’s comparison carries added weight because Campbell worked on the Saints’ staff during Brees’ final seasons and watched Brees’ processing firsthand.
- The remark raises expectations for Detroit’s continuity-driven rebuild by highlighting why the Campbell–Goff partnership is central to the Lions’ championship hopes this season.