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Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff: Like Matthew Stafford, a No. 1 pick, but with playoff wins

When we heard the trade talks were "hot and heavy," we had no idea hours later there would be a deal.

Alas, on Saturday night, the Detroit Lions appeased Matthew Stafford's request, sending the quarterback to the Los Angeles Rams for QB Jared Goff, two first-round draft picks (2022 and 2023) and a third-round selection this year.

So, goodbye to 12 years of Stafford's no-look rockets and toughness, and hello to ...

Jared Goff.

Here's a quick primer on California-born-and-bred athlete:

California dreamin'

Not only has Goff been a pro out in L.