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On shotgun runs this season, Jahmyr Gibbs has rushed 17 times for 89 yards (5.24 yards per carry) and an impressive 2.41 yards before contact per rush. He's also been one of the most effective running backs on man-scheme runs from shotgun, with seven carries for 49 yards (7.0 yards per carry) and a league-leading 3.57 yards before contact per attempt.
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Gibbs dominates Vikings' weak run defense in shotgun looks with elite yards before contact.

Against Minnesota's weak run defense, Gibbs has been particularly effective on shotgun runs: 17 carries for 89 yards (5.24 yards per carry) with 2.41 yards before contact per rush; on man-scheme shotgun runs, he's posted 7 carries for 49 yards (7.0 yards per carry) with league-leading 3.57 yards before contact per attempt and three 10-plus-yard runs (1st). The Vikings allow 0.24 EPA/rush (30th) and 4.79 yards after contact per carry (32nd), creating a favorable matchup for Gibbs to exploit with shotgun looks and an improving Lions offensive line.

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