Jahmyr Gibbs

Jahmyr Gibbs is the overall RB3 for the 2024 season, but it has not always felt that way. Gibbs and teammate David Montgomery have formed the most dynamic running-back duo in the NFL this year. But that has often limited the individual outputs of both backs. Each Lions running back entered last week with two top-five weekly finishes under their belts. However, Montgomery was injured last week and will miss the season. That leaves Gibbs in the catbird seat moving forward. He gets an excellent matchup this week versus the run-funnel defense of the Chicago Bears. Chicago has allowed the fifth-most fantasy points to opposing running backs while giving up the second-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. Chicago is also coming off a short week, which should play into Gibbs' favor. This matchup is a potential smash spot for Jahmyr Gibbs.

Jahmyr Gibbs rushed eight times for 31 yards and one touchdown while also catching five of his seven targets for 83 yards and one touchdown in the Lions’ 48-42 Week 15 loss to the Bills.

Fantasy Impact

Gibbs has had a nose for the end zone of late, scoring at least one touchdown in seven of his last eight games. The versatile running back receive even more of the workload out of the backfield with David Montgomery (knee) out for the season, with a favorable Week 16 road contest against the Chicago Bears up next.