Former Georgia Tech running back Jahmyr Gibbs officially signs with the Lions

Gibbs was a first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft

Former Georgia Tech running back Jahmyr Gibbs is officially a Detroit Lion. 

Gibbs, who played at Georgia Tech from 2020-2021, was drafted in the first round (12th overall) by the Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft and he signed with the team today. 

#Lions have signed draft pick RB Jahmyr Gibbs.

— Detroit Lions (@Lions) July 17, 2023

Gibbs is going to join a team that is looking to make a push for the playoffs and NFC North title with Gibbs. He is going to be a dynamic piece to the offense with his ability to catch the ball out of the backfield and create plays in space. His speed is going to cause problems for defenses.

Gibbs spent his first two seasons as a collegiate player in Atlanta playing for former Yellow Jackets head coach Geoff Collins. Gibbs came to Georgia Tech as one of the top recruits in the country and is one of the highest-rated recruits that has ever signed and played with Georgia Tech. He was a member of the 2020 recruiting class that also included former Yellow Jackets quarterback Jeff Sims, who transferred to Nebraska this offseason.

Jahmyr Gibbs signed with the Detroit Lions today / Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

During his career on The Flats, Gibbs ran for 1.206 yards and eight touchdowns while averaging 5.2 yards per carry. He also caught 60 passes for 773 yards and five touchdowns. He was one of the fastest and most electric players in the country, despite the team not having the kind of record most had hoped for when Gibbs signed with the Yellow Jackets.

Gibbs decided to transfer from Georgia Tech after the 2021 season and he instantly became one of the most sought-after players in the transfer portal. Gibbs decided to play for Alabama and pursue a national championship, as well as hope to be a first-round pick. This season at Alabama, Gibbs ran for 926 yards and seven touchdowns and averaged 6.1 yards per carry. He also caught 44 passes for 444 yards and three touchdowns. While Alabama did not make the playoff or the SEC Championship game this year, it was still a fantastic year for Gibbs, who was perhaps the most reliable player on the Alabama offense aside from quarterback Bryce Young.

Good luck to Jahmyr in the NFL!

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