Jahmyr Gibbs may have only spent one season as a member of the Crimson Tide, but his impact on the offense will be something fans remember for a very long time. Gibbs was the leading rusher for the Alabama offense and also led the team in receptions. His versatility and ability to excel as a ball carrier or pass catcher will make him a successful player in the NFL.
With the 2023 NFL draft just days away, mock drafts are beginning to get a clearer picture as to who will be drafted where.
In the latest mock done by Patrick Conn of College Sports Wire, Gibbs is off the board at pick No. 27 to the Buffalo Bills.
“Our second running back comes off the board to the Buffalo Bills, who are looking to give Josh Allen some help on offense. He provides an impact in three phases of the game as a returner, runner, and receiver out of the backfield.”
What makes this pick interesting is that the Bills recently signed a running back in free agency. Damien Harris made the intra-division move from New England to Buffalo. Harris, like Gibbs, was drafted out of Alabama.
The running game has been a big thorn in the side of a very talented offense in Buffalo. Harris is a strong back that can easily work his way into the end zone or to the first down marker.
Gibbs would be a perfect pairing with Harris, as he is an agile speed back that can also run routes and catch passes out of the backfield, a safe, last-resort option for Josh Allen if you will.
There’s no telling what Buffalo will do with the pick come Thursday, April 27, when the 2023 NFL draft gets underway.
Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Gibbs and other former Alabama players as draft day approaches.
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