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!

“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.”

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

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.