Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs has had an impressive rookie season, with his contributions helping propel the NFC to the playoffs and then to the conference championships.
The first-year star registered 182 carries for 945 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns this season, adding 316 yards in the air for another score.
Gibbs scored an important TD vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the weekend’s Divisional Round clash, putting them ahead with a 31-yard scoring run.
It appears he had zero concerns while a Bucs defender was attempting to bring him down near the end zone as he stared right into the camera while hitting him with a stiff arm.
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The RB rushed for 74 yards, averaging an impressive 8.2 yards per carry. He also made four catches for 40 yards.
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While the Lions knew what they were getting in terms of rushing when they drafted Gibbs in the first round last year, he has shown marked improvement as a receiver and a pass protector.
He will be one of the players the San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator will have to do some extra planning for ahead of the NFC Championship Game on Sunday.
