Jared Goff showed remarkable toughness during Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks, even if he wasn’t able to lead the Rams to victory. He dislocated his thumb and popped it back into place between plays, and it’s since been reported that Goff’s thumb is actually broken.
He finished the game without missing a snap, but he won’t be available for Week 17 against the Cardinals. Sean McVay shared an update on Monday, saying Goff underwent surgery on his thumb and will miss the season finale.
It’s a huge blow to the Rams’ playoff hopes, as this is the first time Goff will miss a game due to injury in his career. He’s played every offensive snap this season and is the only player to attempt a pass for the Rams.
Jared Goff underwent surgery on his thumb this morning, John Wolford will start on Sunday.
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) December 29, 2020
John Wolford will take over as the starting quarterback against Arizona, his first NFL action. He’s never played a regular-season snap in the pros, but he’s performed well in limited preseason action and was a stud in the AAF. McVay did say that he’s hopeful Goff will be back for the postseason if the Rams are able to secure a spot in the playoffs,
McVay is confident Wolford will be prepared to start the season finale against the Cardinals. The Rams can clinch a playoff berth with a win over Arizona or a loss by the Bears to the Packers.