LIONS NEWS: Detroit tops 2025 NFL running back rankings

Sonic and Knuckles are the cream of the top.

Lions News: Detroit tops 2025 NFL running back rankings - Pride Of Detroit

The title for best running back room in the league goes to the Detroit Lions, per one CBS Sports analyst.

Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, nicknamed Sonic and Knuckles, rushed for a combined 2,000+ yards and 25 touchdowns last season, cementing themselves as the best running back duo in the NFL.

“While Montgomery is the power to this backfield, Gibbs is the lightning and is just now grasping the peak of his powers,” CBS Sports’ Tyler Sullivan writes.

Some of his supporting argument includes the fact that they’re the first pair in league history with more than 10 rushing touchdowns in consecutive seasons, and Gibbs led the league with his 20 total touchdowns in 2024.

“Remember, this is a franchise that had Barry Sanders in its backfield at one point, so what Gibbs is doing is beyond special,” Sullivan said. “The fact that the duo can keep each other fresh is a huge win for the Lions offense, staying among the league’s best.”

Speaking of Sanders, the legendary RB himself agrees no one can compare to their one-two punch.

“They’re the best duo in the NFL and there’s no reason that’s going to change any time soon,” Sanders told USA TODAY earlier this week. “If a Super Bowl is in our future, in our near future, you would think those two guys would be a big part of it.”

And onto the rest of your notes.

  • Just a couple of fun Lions-related things I saw on social media.

 

  • A recap video from the Lions draft day party at Ford Field. Looks fun!

  • Pro Football Focus released their top 300 fantasy rankings for IDP dynasty with Aidan Hutchinson at the very top. Lions Wire Billy Riccette has the story.
  • UFL alert if you’re interested: Michigan Panthers quarterback Bryce Perkins is on fire.

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