Lions QB Jared Goff Donates $330,000 to Support Charlie Kirk’s Family
Detroit, MI – September 12, 2025
The NFL community remains shaken by the tragic assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk earlier this week. Tributes have poured in from across sports, politics, and entertainment — and Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has now stepped forward with a powerful act of compassion.
Goff has donated $330,000 to support Kirk’s wife, Erika, and their two young daughters.
According to sources close to the Lions, the donation is divided into two parts:
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$130,000 dedicated to public murals and floral memorials in Detroit, Charlotte, and Phoenix, honoring Kirk’s life and legacy.
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$200,000 placed directly into a trust fund to ensure his daughters’ education and long-term security.
In a heartfelt statement, Goff said: “This goes beyond football and politics. It’s about family, love, and making sure people know they’re not alone in the hardest times. Erika and her girls deserve that support.”
The timing makes this gesture even more impactful. Just yesterday, Jared Goff joined Elon Musk in Honoring Iryna Zarutska with a $200,000 donation, marking back-to-back acts of generosity that highlight his commitment to using his platform for compassion.
NFL teams are expected to hold moments of silence for Kirk this weekend, while discussions continue about a permanent legacy fund for his children.
As one Lions teammate shared privately: “Jared has always been a calm leader in the huddle. This week, he showed that his leadership runs even deeper off the field.”
Packers Cut Notable Offseason Addition After Final Preseason Game
Green Bay, WI – The Green Bay Packers capped their preseason with a decisive 20–7 win over the Seattle Seahawks, but the postgame headlines quickly shifted from the field to the front office’s roster decisions.
With the NFL’s cutdown deadline looming, Green Bay began trimming its roster. While preseason victories provide optimism, the coaching staff emphasized performance and reliability over reputation, signaling difficult choices were coming before the August 26 deadline.
Among the most surprising moves was the release of a player signed during the offseason to add depth and veteran presence. Once expected to bring championship experience and speed, he couldn’t seize his opportunity this summer.
Despite occasional flashes in practice, inconsistency in game action proved costly. Ball security issues, limited production, and stiff competition within the wide receiver group all contributed to a decision that now reshapes the depth chart.
That player was Mecole Hardman, a former Kansas City Chief and three-time Super Bowl champion. Signed to a one-year deal worth $1.5 million, he was touted as one of Green Bay’s most intriguing offseason additions.
Hardman’s preseason, however, fell short of expectations. Across three contests, he recorded just two receptions for 27 yards, along with only 10 punt return yards. Two muffed punts against the Jets raised immediate concerns about reliability.
The crowded receiver room also played a role. With Jayden Reed, Romeo Doubs, Christian Watson, and Dontayvion Wicks solidifying spots, plus rookies Matthew Golden, Malik Heath, and Savion Williams impressing, Hardman faced an uphill battle to make the 53-man roster.
By moving on early, the Packers give Hardman time to seek another opportunity elsewhere. For Green Bay, the decision reinforces confidence in its young core, while highlighting that experience alone cannot guarantee a place on the final roster.
