"Jared Goff is shaking in his boots": NFL fans react to Teddy Bridgewater reportedly coming out of retirement after one year

NFL fans have flooded social media with passionate reactions after reports emerged that Teddy Bridgewater is signing with the Detroit Lions. The veteran quarterback's comeback arrives just weeks after leading Miami Northwestern High School to a state championship in his first year as coach.

The Lions faithful and NFL enthusiasts took to X with a mix of excitement and playful speculation about the implications for Detroit's QB room.

According to NFL Network, Bridgewater will rejoin the Lions after spending the 2023 season with the team. He stepped away from the NFL to pursue a coaching career at his alma mater. During his previous stint with Detroit, he served as a valuable mentor for young players like Jameson Williams. He also helped Jared Goff during weekly preparations.

His journey into high school coaching proved remarkably successful. Bridgewater guided Miami Northwestern to a Florida 3A state championship with a dominant 41-0 victory over Jacksonville Raines. His team finished the season 12-2, showing exceptional dominance during their playoff run by outscoring opponents 262-12 across five games.

Some fans couldn't resist poking fun at Goff's job security.

"Jared Goff is shaking in his boots," a fan tweeted.

"Can't wait to see how this plays out!!!" another fan said

"Better than most backups," a fan wrote,

The enthusiasm about Detroit's enhanced Super Bowl prospects generated passionate responses.

"Teddy coming back for a Super Bowl run," one fan wrote.

"This man is on a historic run!!!! HE'S BACKKKKKKKKKKK," another fan said.

"This man is unreal. Keep rolling Teddy!" one fan said

Teddy Bridgewater's veteran experience bolsters Lions' championship push

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The 13-2 Lions have already clinched a playoff spot and are locked in a battle with the Minnesota Vikings for both the division title and the NFC's top seed. Teddy Bridgewater's return adds significant depth to Detroit's QB room. It includes starter Jared Goff, backup Hendon Hooker and practice squad member Jake Fromm.

Bridgewater's NFL journey spans nine years across six different teams, including the Vikings, New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins and Lions. He has amassed 15,120 yards and 75 touchdowns in 79 career games.

His connection with the Lions' coaching staff runs deep, having worked with Dan Campbell, Aaron Glenn and Kelvin Sheppard during his time in New Orleans.