By Zicpraiz 
Jahmyr Gibbs is a rising star in the NFL, and his impressive performance has fantasy football enthusiasts buzzing. Gibbs, the Detroit Lions’ running back, had a phenomenal rookie season in 2023, and his numbers only got better in 2024.
In 2024, Gibbs topped 1,900 yards from scrimmage with a franchise single-season record 20 touchdowns, including 16 rushing and four receiving. His exceptional performance earned him the top spot in fantasy football, making him the RB1 in full-point PPR.
Gibbs’ success can be attributed to his versatility as a running back. He’s not just a rusher; he’s also a skilled pass-catcher, making him a nightmare for opposing defenses to match up against. His speed, agility, and power make him a valuable asset to the Lions’ offense.
Looking ahead to the 2025 season, fantasy football analysts predict Gibbs will be a top-10 overall pick, possibly even the number one pick. His dynasty outlook is equally impressive, with many considering him one of the best running backs in the league.
Some notable stats and accolades that highlight Gibbs’ impressive performance include:
- Top-Five Fantasy Running Back: Gibbs was a top-five fantasy running back in any scoring format (standard, 0.5-point PPR, full PPR) over the first 13 games of the 2024 season.
- League-Winner: Gibbs was a legit league-winner in 2024, delivering 26.7 PPR points per game in the fantasy playoffs.
- Franchise Single-Season Record: Gibbs set a franchise single-season record with 20 touchdowns in 2024.
- Best Performer Overall: Gibbs was named the best performer overall among running backs by Nic Bodiford of Pro Football Focus.