Jahmyr Gibbs goes out against Green Bay

The Detroit Lions have been fueled by their rushing attack throughout the 2024 season as both David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs have had big performances at different points.

With a solid 1-2 punch, the Lions have been able to keep opponents off balance by rotating their various backfield options. Although both players have similar basic skills such as power and speed, Gibbs is known more as the big-play threat, while Montgomery is considered the pair’s crusher.

With a big showdown against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, the Lions will need their running game to be at its best. The Lions’ defense has been plagued by injuries, and as a result, the offense can help by grinding out long drives and winding the clock with the running game.

While Montgomery will likely see plenty of action, PlayiLottery head writer Drew Ellis projects a big game for Gibbs. Ellis has Gibbs going over his projected total in yards, which is currently set at 69.5 to (-110) odds, via Draft Kings Sportsbook .

“Despite being 11-1, it feels like the Lions have their backs against the wall. Injuries have piled up, leaving them in a vulnerable position against the Packers tonight. It should come as a challenge to the offense as it will have to rally the defense in this game to win,” Ellis told Lions OnSI. “It was encouraging to see Detroit rush for 194 yards against the Bears on a short week without Taylor Decker. However, Detroit went away from Jahmyr Gibbs in the second half and that’s when the offense stalled. I think they will be sure to keep Gibbs in the mix this time.”

In the first meeting against the Packers, Gibbs had a rushing touchdown and 65 yards on 11 carries. He currently leads the team in rushing and is fourth in the league with 973 yards. If he is able to surpass his total, he will surpass 1,000 yards on the season.

“He had 65 yards on 11 carries in the rainout win at Green Bay. At home, Gibbs is averaging 89 rushing yards over his last five games,” Ellis explained. “He has gone 69 yards or more in six of his last seven and in nine of 12 games overall this season. If Detroit gives Gibbs a healthy dose of carries, which it should, he should top 70 rushing yards.”

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