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Gibbs' reputation seems to have launched into top-three running back conversation. By rushing success rate, Gibbs was just 25th out of 48 qualifying running backs. By EPA per rush, he was just 17th. But, of course, much of Gibbs' struggles were caused by offensive line issues. Now, if you look at rushing yards over expected, Gibbs finished seventh in the NFL, per NFL Pro, and that's what makes him extremely exciting to watch every game.
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Gibbs' top-three RB hype justified by elite rushing efficiency despite mediocre stats.

Gibbs' reputation has launched into top-three running back conversation this offseason despite a mediocre 2024 season (25th in rushing success rate, 17th in EPA per rush). However, the source attributes his struggles to offensive line issues; Gibbs finished 7th in rushing yards over expected, indicating elite efficiency independent of blocking. The source expects Gibbs to expand his receiving role in 2025, viewing more touches as a positive catalyst for breakout production even if Detroit's offensive line struggles early in the season.

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