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        Jahmyr Gibbs Fantasy Overview

        Jahmyr Gibbs

        Jahmyr Gibbs
        Player Profile

        RB DET

        Height

        5'9"

        Weight

        202 lbs.

        Experience

        2 yrs.

        Bye

        8

        Birthday

        Mar 20, 2002

        Age

        23.3

        College

        Alabama

        NFL Draft Pick

        2023 - Rd 1, Pk 12

        Fantasy Rankings & Projections

        Fantasy Rankings

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        Dynasty
        RB3

        2025 Projections

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        DS 3D Projection

        Jahmyr Gibbs's Preseason Player Analysis

        2024 Summary

        Production & Fantasy Finishes

        Gibbs finished with 1,412 total yards (5th), 16 rushing TDs (tied for 1st), 52 receptions (T-6th), and 517 receiving yards (3rd).

        His 362.9 PPR fantasy points led all RBs, and his 21.3 points per game ranked 2nd.

        He delivered nine top-10 weekly finishes and only had one game outside RB2 range, showing elite consistency.

        Usage & Role

        In a timeshare with David Montgomery over the first 13 games, Gibbs averaged 13.7 carries (42.1% share) and 3.2 targets per game (10.7% share) with 12 inside-the-5 carries.

        Despite the split, he outperformed his opportunity, scoring 18.4 PPR points per game on 14.4 expected points per game.

        When Montgomery was out (3 games), Gibbs exploded for 21.3 carries, 4.7 targets, and 32.6 PPR points per game, showing league-winning ceiling without Montgomery in the lineup.

        Efficiency Metrics

        Gibbs ranked among the league’s best in nearly every advanced rushing metric:

        • 5.6 yards per carry (3rd)
        • 90.2 PFF rushing grade (6th among RBs with 75+ carries)
        • 0.91 rush yards over expected per attempt (7th)
        • 40.7% Breakaway Run Rate (4th)

        He also forced 0.23 missed tackles per attempt (6th) and ranked 12th in PFF Elusive Rating.

        As a receiver, he posted 1.65 yards per route (5th) and a PFF receiving grade of 69.7 (13th).

        His only weakness remains pass protection (23.7 PFF pass-blocking grade, 48th).

        Offensive Context

        Gibbs operated behind a top-12 run-blocking line, per ESPN’s blocking success statistics, in a run-first offense (27th in pass rate) that consistently created red-zone chances.

        Detroit was 9th in red-zone carries, and Gibbs handled 50% of inside-the-5 work, ensuring strong TD upside, especially when Montgomery was sidelined.

        Injury History

        Gibbs played all 17 games in 2024, silencing early concerns about his size and durability.

        He had missed two games in 2023 due to a hamstring issue and a game in 2022 due to a sprained ankle.

        Durability is not a major concern for Gibbs.


        2025 Expectations

        Projected Role & Competition

        Gibbs returns to a similar role in 2025, likely sharing the workload with Montgomery.

        Even with Montgomery healthy, Gibbs averaged 19.5 PPR points per game, so he is locked in as a RB1. But his potential to be RB1 overall is capped by Montgomery.

        Gibbs’ floor remains high with only one non-RB2 finish last season, so he should remain a reliable option even with Montgomery sharing the carries.

        The Lions did not add to the backfield, with veteran Craig Reynolds and second-year RB Sione Vaki returning this season.

        Supporting Cast

        The Lions return one of the league’s most complete offensive units in the NFL.

        QB Jared Goff returns with efficiency after one of his best seasons ever.

        The OL returns four of five starters after finishing 16th in ESPN run blocking success (72%) and 12th in pass blocking success (64%) last year. OTs Taylor Decker and Penei Sewell lock down the edges while Christian Mahogany returns on the interior. The Lions will need to replace All-Pro Center Frank Ragnow, who recently retired.

        The Lions drafted OG Tate Ratledge in the second round. He’s expected to fill in at either Center or RG immediately.

        The Lions still have plenty of receiving weapons, as well, with WRs Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams along with TE Sam LaPorta.

        Coaching & Offensive Scheme

        Ben Johnson’s offense ranked 1st in total plays and top-10 in run-blocking, while ranking 25th in red-zone pass rate, creating elite ground-game opportunity.

        Even in a backfield split, Johnson schemed enough high-value touches (red-zone and targets) to support two fantasy-relevant backs.

        Unfortunately, Johnson has moved on to coach the Bears.

        New OC John Morton was a senior offensive assistant under Johnson in 2022. Over the last two years, he was the passing game assistant for the Denver Broncos.

        Morton vowed he would keep the offensive scheme intact, stating: “I’m not changing much. I mean, why? I mean, it’s working, right?”

        Advanced Stats

        Forty Yard Dash

        4.36

        Forty Yard Dash Rank

        99%

        Speed Score

        110.10

        Speed Score Rank

        92%

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