By Blessing 
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs recently gave fans a glimpse into what could be a new and exciting chapter in his NFL journey. During a youth football camp, Gibbs shared how the team’s new offensive coordinator, John Morton, is looking to get more creative with how he’s used in the offense this season.
“I have to learn the formations from being split out,” Gibbs said, via the Detroit News. “I’m getting split out a lot more than I was the last two years.”
That’s a major development, considering how productive Gibbs already was in 2024—averaging over 5.5 yards per carry and catching 52 passes. With his dynamic skill set, especially as a pass-catcher, there’s a real opportunity for him to be a matchup nightmare if Morton fully taps into his versatility.
Gibbs isn’t the only one adjusting. The coaching staff is evolving too. New wide receivers coach Scottie Montgomery spoke highly about the recent addition of Tashard Choice to the staff—someone who knows Gibbs well from their shared time at Georgia Tech.
Montgomery praised Choice’s coaching style and deep connection with players.
“Professionally, a lot of people have tried to connect me with him, to hear him coach,” Montgomery explained. “I just really fell in love with the way he operates… The biggest impact he had on me was the guys that weren’t the starters. They talked about how much he impacted them outside of football.”
Clearly, Gibbs has the trust of a coaching staff that believes in his growth—and now, with fresh minds like Morton and Choice onboard, Detroit may be unlocking a whole new level of his game.