Goff's Fumble Called Incomplete | Detroit Lions News

A controversial call during the Saints game left fans and even quarterback Jared Goff scratching their heads: a loose ball that looked like a fumble was ruled incomplete because Goff started his throwing motion before losing control. Officials cited the forward pass rule, but replay chief Mark Butterworth clarified it hinges on when the throwing motion begins — even if the ball doesn’t travel forward. Goff, caught off guard, sarcastically called it “a great call,” highlighting just how murky and complex NFL rules can be — especially when even the player involved is confused. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lions-jared-goff-delivers-brief-021045453.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5e66e31d78f344e3 Report issues to [email protected].