Ralen Goforth
Ralen Goforth is an American professional football linebacker for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League. He played college football for the USC Trojans and for the Washington Huskies.
Early life
Goforth attended high school at St. John Bosco. Coming out of high school, Goforth was rated as a four star recruit, where he decided to commit to play college football for the USC Trojans.
College career
USC
In Goforth's first two seasons in 2019 and 2020, he tallied 44 tackles with three being for a loss, and two pass deflections. In the 2021 season, Goforth notched 62 tackles with one being for a loss, a fumble recovery, and a forced fumble. In the 2022 season opening victory over Rice, Goforth intercepted a pass which he returned 31 yards for a touchdown. During the 2022 season, Goforth totaled 43 tackles, a fumble recovery, an interception, and a touchdown. After the conclusion of the 2022 season, Goforth decided to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal.
Washington
Goforth decided to transfer to play for the Washington Huskies. In Goforth's lone season with the Huskies in 2023, he totaled 37 tackles with four being for a loss, two pass deflections, and a fumble recovery.
Professional career
On April 30, 2024, Goforth signed with the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent. He was waived/injured on August 27, 2024, but returned to the Packers injured reserve list. On November 5, 2024, the Packers released Goforth from IR with an injury settlement.
Michigan Panthers
On January 13, 2025, Gofroth signed with the Michigan Panthers of the United Football League. He was released on March 20, 2025.
DC Defenders
On April 22, 2025, Goforth signed with the DC Defenders of the United Football League. He was released on May 6.
BC Lions
On January 2, 2026, Goforth signed with the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League.