Jared Goff ’s return to Los Angeles ended with a loss, but one moment after the game drew wide attention. As Goff walked across the field, Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay stepped toward him. McVay tapped Goff’s left hand to get his attention. The two then shook hands, shared a hug, and exchanged a few words before walking away.

The circumstances keep changing. But Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has remained one of the NFL's top-performing passers this season.

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. When the Los Angeles Rams decided to make a move for Matthew Stafford, the biggest collateral of the trade was Jared Goff. Goff was the Rams