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Detroit Lions fans—take a breath. Finally, some good news is rolling out of Allen Park, and it’s coming straight from the league’s inner circle.
As the NFL offseason drags through its dog days, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler has dropped a list that should put a grin on any Lions fan’s face. The topic? Top 10 running backs in the league. The surprise? Jahmyr Gibbs isn’t just on it—he’s No. 3, trailing only legends like Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry.
And oh, there’s more.
A Star on the Rise
Gibbs isn’t just “fast” or “talented.” He’s electrifying. Last season, the Lions’ young back tore up the turf with 20 rushing touchdowns, leading the NFL. Let that sink in: he led the league—in just his second year.
At 5-foot-9, 200 pounds, he’s built more like a Ferrari than a freight train, and according to one NFC scout quoted by Fowler, his speed can “flip the game upside down” on a single play. The numbers back it up—6.4 yards per touch, the highest for any player with 250+ touches in a season over the last decade. Yes, decade.
Gibbs = Reggie Bush (With a Boost)
It gets juicier. One AFC executive drew the ultimate comp:
“A lot like Reggie Bush, just with a little bit more power.”
If that doesn’t hype up Detroit’s backfield, I don’t know what will. Sure, concerns about his size remain, but his instincts, speed, and game-breaking ability? Off the charts.
And with David Montgomery lining up alongside him, the Lions’ ground game might be one of the most dangerous in football this season.
The Fantasy Hype Is Real, Too
Even the fantasy football nerds are on board. PFF placed Gibbs at No. 2 on their 2025 fantasy RB rankings. With a new offensive coordinator and running backs coach, the expectation is simple: more touches, more damage.
Why It Matters
Detroit is walking into 2025 with new coordinators and questions across the offensive line. But Gibbs? He’s a lock. A spark plug. A rising star. If he continues this trajectory, the Lions may finally punch a ticket to the big dance—and maybe, just maybe, make some noise when they get there.
So Lions fans, get ready: Gibbs is more than ready to carry the load—and he might just carry the franchise with him.
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“A Little More Power Than Reggie Bush”: Gibbs Gears Up to Dominate 2025
Detroit Lions fans—take a breath. Finally, some good news is rolling out of Allen Park, and it’s coming straight from the league’s inner circle.
As the NFL offseason drags through its dog days, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler has dropped a list that should put a grin on any Lions fan’s face. The topic? Top 10 running backs in the league. The surprise? Jahmyr Gibbs isn’t just on it—he’s No. 3, trailing only legends like Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry.
And oh, there’s more.
A Star on the Rise
Gibbs isn’t just “fast” or “talented.” He’s electrifying. Last season, the Lions’ young back tore up the turf with 20 rushing touchdowns, leading the NFL. Let that sink in: he led the league—in just his second year.
At 5-foot-9, 200 pounds, he’s built more like a Ferrari than a freight train, and according to one NFC scout quoted by Fowler, his speed can “flip the game upside down” on a single play. The numbers back it up—6.4 yards per touch, the highest for any player with 250+ touches in a season over the last decade. Yes, decade.
Gibbs = Reggie Bush (With a Boost)
It gets juicier. One AFC executive drew the ultimate comp:
“A lot like Reggie Bush, just with a little bit more power.”
If that doesn’t hype up Detroit’s backfield, I don’t know what will. Sure, concerns about his size remain, but his instincts, speed, and game-breaking ability? Off the charts.
And with David Montgomery lining up alongside him, the Lions’ ground game might be one of the most dangerous in football this season.
The Fantasy Hype Is Real, Too
Even the fantasy football nerds are on board. PFF placed Gibbs at No. 2 on their 2025 fantasy RB rankings. With a new offensive coordinator and running backs coach, the expectation is simple: more touches, more damage.
Why It Matters
Detroit is walking into 2025 with new coordinators and questions across the offensive line. But Gibbs? He’s a lock. A spark plug. A rising star. If he continues this trajectory, the Lions may finally punch a ticket to the big dance—and maybe, just maybe, make some noise when they get there.
So Lions fans, get ready: Gibbs is more than ready to carry the load—and he might just carry the franchise with him.