Lions' Jared Goff on Jahmyr Gibbs: 'You can tell the fear in the defense' when he gets the ball

Jahmyr Gibbs led the Detroit Lions to a crucial 34-27 victory over the New York Giants with a standout performance in Week 12. Gibbs, the third-year running back, secured the win with a 69-yard touchdown run on the first play of overtime, contributing significantly to the team's success. He amassed 219 rushing yards on 15 carries, averaging 14.6 yards per attempt, and scored two rushing touchdowns. Additionally, Gibbs caught 11 passes for 45 yards and another touchdown.

Gibbs' performance was highlighted by two long runs of 49 yards and his game-winning 69-yard score. According to Next Gen Stats, he produced 145 rush yards over expected and had an EPA per carry of 1.03, the highest for any running back this season with a minimum of 10 carries.

Detroit's quarterback Jared Goff and head coach Dan Campbell praised Gibbs' impact, with Goff noting the defensive fear Gibbs induces and Campbell highlighting his