Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) runs the ball in the first quarter against the New York Giants at Ford Field. Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Jahmyr Gibbs's career day leads Lions to comeback win vs. Giants

By Andrew Wright | Last updated Nov 23, 2025 5:07 PM ET

The Detroit Lions were pushed to their limits on Sunday.

Despite giving up 517 total yards to Jameis Winston and the New York Giants, Detroit was able to escape with a 34-27 overtime win and improve its record to 7-4 this season.

The comeback win was highlighted by a career performance from running back Jahmyr Gibbs on a day when his team needed it most.

Jahmyr Gibbs' stellar performance

Gibbs is undoubtedly one of the top running backs in the NFL right now, and that was put on full display in Sunday's win.

Gibbs tallied 219 rushing yards and two touchdowns on just 15 carries. That was good for 14.6 yards per carry, and it included his 69-yard rushing touchdown on the Lions' first snap in overtime.

Along the rushing yards, Gibbs added a season high 11 catches for 45 yards and a receiving touchdown.

JAHMYR SCORES IMMEDIATELY.

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In total, Gibbs tallied 264 scrimmage yards and three touchdowns. Three touchdowns in a game ties a season high for Gibbs, while the 264 scrimmage yards are both the most this season as well as in his career.

Defensive concerns?

As we noted above, Detroit did allow over 500 yards to a bad Giants offense. It was an uncharacteristic performance from a Lions defense that ranked fifth in the NFL in yards allowed headed into Sunday.

Upcoming games against the Green Bay Packers, Dallas Cowboys and Los Angeles Rams will certainly test Detroit's defense down the home stretch of the season.

Andrew Wright

Andrew "Dew" Wright graduated from Charleston Southern University with a degree in Communication Studies. He is a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Washington Commanders fan.

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