Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff and his wife, Christen Harper, exclusively told PEOPLE at the Thursday, Feb. 6 NFL Honors that they are expecting their first child together later this year!

While speaking with PEOPLE ahead of the Super Bowl LIX from the SiriusXM set at Media Row, Christen Harper discussed sharing her pregnancy news at the NFL Honors carpet. "It was kind of impromptu," the expectant mom said.

Jared Goff, of the Detroit Lions, and his wife, Christen Goff, pose on the red carpet at the NFL Honors award show ahead of the Super Bowl 59 football game, Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) AP AP

Jared Goff has a big offseason ahead of him. The Detroit Lions quarterback and his wife, Christen, are expecting their first child this offseason, per

“Congratulations to Christen and Jared Goff, who will welcome their first baby this offseason! Christen and Jared are here on the red carpet for NFL Honors, where Jared is nominated for MVP and Man of the Year,” Darlington wrote. “An exciting time for two amazing people who will make such great parents.”

It's already been a big year for Christen, as the influencer will make her fifth consecutive appearance in Sports Illustrated's swimsuit edition.

The SI Swimsuit model and Detroit Lions quarterback made the incredible announcement during an event ahead of the Super Bowl.

This offseason is about to be one to remember for Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff and his wife Christen. Not only are the two part of an investment group vying for the return of a WNBA franchise to Detroit,