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Jahmyr Gibbs Passes Barry Sanders for Most TDs in First Three Seasons

The third-year back reached the mark on a late TD reception, leaving Detroit 8-7 entering a Christmas visit to Minnesota.

Overview

  • His record-setting score came on a 4-yard pass from Jared Goff with 4:11 left in a 29-24 loss to the Steelers at Ford Field.
  • The touchdown was his 48th across three seasons, surpassing Sanders’ 47 with two games still to play before his 24th birthday in March.
  • Barry Sanders praised Gibbs after the game, lauding his knack for big plays despite Detroit’s many offensive options.
  • Gibbs had limited rushing production against Pittsburgh but caught 10 passes for 66 yards and the touchdown.
  • The Lions remain in the playoff hunt at 8-7 and travel to face the Vikings on Dec. 25.