Jahmyr Gibbs might have “RB” next to his name, but don’t get it twisted—he’s about to play a lot more like a wide receiver this season.
As the Detroit Lions ramp up for 2025, Gibbs told reporters he’s been lining up way more out wide than he did in his rookie year or at Alabama. That means more motion, more matchups, and a whole lot more chaos for defenses trying to cover him in space.
Gibbs already showed flashes of elite playmaking last year, combining his speed and vision with dangerous hands in the passing game. Now? Detroit’s coaching staff looks ready to turn up the volume.
Without former OC Ben Johnson, the Lions’ offense is evolving—but clearly not slowing down. Expect Gibbs to be a centerpiece in the new-look attack, stretching the field and giving Jared Goff even more options in the passing game.
Bottom line: Jahmyr Gibbs isn’t just a backfield threat anymore. He’s coming for DBs—and fantasy football owners should take notice.
Lions RB Jahmyr Gibb says: I’m being split out wide ‘way more’ than the past two years
