Sean McVay: I didn't handle Jared Goff trade the right way, lacked courage to talk to him
Sean McVay expressed regret over how he managed the trade of Jared Goff to the Lions. He acknowledged a lack of courage in communicating with Goff about the potential trade and emphasized the importance of clarity in such situations. McVay stated he would handle similar circumstances differently in the future.
- ▪Sean McVay admitted he did not handle the Jared Goff trade properly.
- ▪He felt he lacked the courage to communicate openly with Goff about the trade discussions.
- ▪McVay emphasized the need for clarity in communication with players regarding their status.
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