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With Thanksgiving football just hours away, the Detroit Lions aren’t just preparing the turkey—they’re loading up their biggest offensive weapon for a must-win clash. And right now, no one is hotter than Jahmyr Gibbs, freshly crowned NFC Offensive Player of the Week after an absolutely ridiculous performance that reminded everyone why Detroit invested so heavily in him.
Gibbs Is Peaking at the Perfect Time
If Week 12 felt like a blur, that’s because Gibbs spent the entire afternoon running past Giants defenders. He rolled up:
- 219 rushing yards
- 264 total yards
- 3 touchdowns
That’s not just a big game; that’s a franchise-tilting performance. It lifted Detroit to a 34–27 overtime win and kept them within striking distance of the NFC North race—one that remains as chaotic as ever with the Bears sitting at 8-3 and the Packers currently holding the No. 6 seed.
Detroit sits at 7-4, but the path forward is tight. And that’s exactly why this new accolade matters so much.
Why the Award Means More This Time
This isn’t Gibbs’ first weekly award this season. He also won it back in Week 10 after torching Washington for 142 yards and three scores. But this one hits differently.
Why? Because the Lions need him more than ever.
With Pro Bowl tight end Sam LaPorta banged up, Detroit’s offense is leaning even harder on its playmakers. Luckily for them, Gibbs isn’t just rising to the moment—he’s taking over games. Through 11 games, he’s already stacked up:
- 951 rushing yards
- 10 rushing touchdowns
- 379 receiving yards
- 3 receiving touchdowns
That’s the résumé of a star who doesn’t just fit the scheme—he defines it.
Thanksgiving Stage: Built for Stars
Every year, the Lions take center stage on Thanksgiving. But this year’s matchup with the Packers isn’t just another holiday tradition—it’s a playoff statement game.
A division rival. Postseason implications. A crowded NFC race. And millions watching.
All signs point to Gibbs being the difference-maker. With the Packers coming in hungry and the Lions fighting to climb back into playoff position, Detroit’s newest star may be carrying more weight than any running back in this matchup.
Fortunately for Lions fans, Gibbs is running like he enjoys the pressure.
As the countdown to kickoff hits its final stretch, one thing feels certain:
If the Lions are going to feast on Thursday, Jahmyr Gibbs is bringing the main course.