And according to some recent reports, it sounds like head coach Dan Campbell has a unique plan for how he will utilize his two star running backs, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. Gibbs and Montgomery are arguably the best running back duo in the NFL,
Gibbs was ready to handle a heavier load when the Lions needed him most. He had 487 yards and six touchdowns from scrimmage in the final three games.
Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, the Lions' running backs, have earned the nickname "Sonic and Knuckles" for their explosive chemistry on the field, combining speed and unstoppable strength. Discover the origin behind it.
The Detroit Lions bolstered their backfield in 2023, signing free agent David Montgomery and drafting Jahmyr Gibbs in the first round. The investments have paid off.
Montgomery’s return is the big talking point of the week, and we’ll examine what to expect from that and more in this week’s depth chart projection.
Speaking to reporters for the first time since returning to practice from his MCL injury, David Montgomery shared his mindset as the Lions prepare for Saturday's divisional-round game against the Commanders.
Former Titans' running back Chris Johnson still holds the best 40-yard time for a running back, turning in a lightning quick 4.24 in 2008. Gibbs registered with a 22.03 mph on the radar gun during his 70-yard touchdown run in Week 8 against the Tennessee Titans.
The Detroit Lions will have their tandem of "Sonic and Knuckles" back together for the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. David Montgomery is set to return to action after a three-week absence while dealing with a knee injury.
Gibbs rushed the ball 14 times for 105 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday's 45-31 divisional-round loss to the Commanders. He added six receptions on 11 targets for 70 yards.
The Detroit Lions have the NFL's best offense. They enter Saturday's NFC divisional round matchup against the Washington Commanders with the league's top-scoring offense and No. 2 total offense. The Lions average over two more points per game than the next
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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs picked up another award Thursday ... games and played the lead role at running back for the Lions after David Montgomery's knee injury. Gibbs led the NFC in scrimmage yards over the final five games (134.8 ypg ...