Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, the Lions' running backs, have earned the nickname "Sonic and Knuckles" for their explosive chemistry on the field, combining speed and unstoppable strength. Discover the origin behind it.
The Detroit Lions bolstered their backfield in 2023, signing free agent David Montgomery and drafting Jahmyr Gibbs in the first round. The investments have paid off.
Gibbs was ready to handle a heavier load when the Lions needed him most. He had 487 yards and six touchdowns from scrimmage in the final three games.
The Detroit Lions head into their NFC divisional-round matchup against the Washington Commanders boasting the NFL’s most formidable offense. Leading the league in scoring and ranking second in total offense,
The Detroit Lions will have their tandem of "Sonic and Knuckles" back together for the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. David Montgomery is set to return to action after a three-week absence while dealing with a knee injury.
The Detroit Lions are set to return to action against the Washington Commanders on Saturday night for their divisional round matchup. And according to some recent reports, it sounds like head coach Dan Campbell has a unique plan for how he will utilize his two star running backs, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.
Detroit's success is largely due to its impressive running game. Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery are both in their second year with the Lions, but they have formed one of the best running back ...
Speaking to reporters for the first time since returning to practice from his MCL injury, David Montgomery shared his mindset as the Lions prepare for Saturday's divisional-round game against the Commanders.
Jahmyr Gibbs has turned into the total package for the Lions offense, on full display in the Week 18 win over the Vikings
Former Titans' running back Chris Johnson still holds the best 40-yard time for a running back, turning in a lightning quick 4.24 in 2008. Gibbs registered with a 22.03 mph on the radar gun during his 70-yard touchdown run in Week 8 against the Tennessee Titans.
Gibbs has had four straight 100+ rushing yard games, four straight games with 150+ yards from scrimmage, and totaled 412 touches, 662 total yards (6.8 total yards/t
Jahmyr Gibbs has proved this season he’s one of the best running backs in the NFL. The Detroit Lions were heavily scrutinized for taking him 12th overall in 2023, but he has proved everyone wrong with his usage as a runner and pass catcher.