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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs has been a touchdown machine throughout his NFL tenure, and he continued that trend in last Sunday's victory over the Arizona Cardinals. Gibbs found the end zone twice in the 45-21 triumph, with his second score marking the 58th touchdown of his career.
That milestone also allowed him to break a tie with legendary Lions running back Barry Sanders for the most career touchdowns scored before turning 25 years old. Gibbs' performance was not limited to scoring, as he carried the ball 25 times for 151 yards and added five receptions for 56 yards.
On Wednesday, the NFL recognized his standout day by naming him the NFC offensive player of the week. This marks the fourth time in his career that Gibbs has received the honor.
With his two scores on Sunday, Gibbs now leads the league with nine touchdowns this season. That pace puts him in realistic contention to challenge LaDainian Tomlinson's single-season touchdown record before Week 18 concludes.
Key Analysis
Gibbs' rapid ascent in the record books underscores his elite scoring ability and integral role in Detroit's offense. Surpassing a Hall of Famer like Sanders at such a young age highlights his extraordinary talent and potential to etch his name among the league's greats.
Originally reported by nbcsports.