Former Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs was expected to be a first-round selection, but many were shocked when the Detroit Lions picked him as early as No. 12 overall. The rookie running back has high expectations of himself to start his NFL career.
After two seasons at Georgia Tech, he transferred to Alabama and only played one season. In 2022, he amassed 151 carries, 926 rushing yards and seven touchdowns. He also had 44 receptions for 444 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
He joins a backfield where he will share responsibilities with recently acquired back, David Montgomery. The Lions had D’Andre Swift on the roster at the time of the draft but traded him to the Philadelphia Eagles after acquiring Gibbs.
He says that after speaking with coaches in Detroit, he expects to be utilized in a similar role to the one he held at Alabama. For those that weren’t too familiar with him during his time with the Crimson Tide, he truly did it all as a versatile ball carrier and pass catcher.
Enjoyed talking to Jahmyr Gibbs at the @NFLPA Rookie Premiere. LOVED him talking about his expected role on the team đź‘€ @NBCSEdgeFB @peacock pic.twitter.com/hRYlCe7GJv
— Matthew Berry (@MatthewBerryTMR) June 3, 2023
Roll Tide Wire will continue to cover former Alabama players now in the NFL as the 2023 season approaches.
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