With the 2024 NFL season just around the corner, the Detroit Lions have found themselves in the spotlight as the latest cover stars of Sports Illustrated. The magazine’s cover boldly predicts the Lions as favorites to win Super Bowl 59, a historic achievement that would mark the first in the franchise’s history. At the forefront of this hopeful narrative is Lions’ starting quarterback Jared Goff, whose inclusion on the cover has stirred excitement among fans—and his wife.
Christen Harper, Goff’s model wife, couldn’t contain her enthusiasm upon seeing the Sports Illustrated cover featuring her husband and his team. She took to Instagram to share her reaction, posting a story with a playful and supportive caption. “Okay cover boyssss,” she wrote, expressing her pride and excitement for Goff and the Lions.
The Lions have become a popular pick to go all the way to the Super Bowl this season, building on their impressive performance in 2023. Last year, Detroit captured the NFC North division title for the first time in 30 years and advanced to the NFC Championship Game, where they faced off against the San Francisco 49ers.
Despite holding a substantial lead in that game, the Lions were ultimately defeated after a dramatic second-half comeback by the 49ers, ending what had been a breakthrough season for the team.
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However, the disappointment of last season has only fueled the Lions’ determination as they prepare for the 2024 campaign. With a strong roster and the leadership of Goff, who has been instrumental in the team’s resurgence, Detroit is poised to make another deep playoff run. The anticipation for the upcoming season is palpable, as the Lions aim to bring home their first-ever Super Bowl title.
The excitement kicks off on September 8, when the Lions open their regular season by hosting the Los Angeles Rams in the first Sunday Night Football game of the year. The game, which will be broadcast on NBC with Mike Tirico and Cris Collinsworth calling the action, is set to begin at 8:20 p.m. ET.
As the Lions gear up for what could be a historic season, the support from fans—and from Goff’s wife Christen Harper—adds an extra layer of motivation.
With the weight of expectations and the optimism surrounding the team, all eyes will be on Detroit as they embark on their quest for Super Bowl glory.
