Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) celebrates against the Washington Commanders during an NFL football divisional playoff game, Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski) AP
John Morton, the Lions’ replacement for Ben Johnson as offensive coordinator, would be wise to deploy Gibbs just as often, if not more, in 2025. It would give the offense its best chance of being as prolific of a unit next season and advancing much further in the playoffs.
Joining Holmes at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday were Jahmyr Gibbs, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Kerby Joseph, who sat courtside on the opposite end, while Tim Patrick and D.J. Reader were in the crowd.
QB Jared Goff committed four turnovers and the Detroit Lions allowed 182 yards rushing as they fell two wins short of the Super Bowl.
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs rushed 14 times for 105 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's loss to the Washington Commanders. He also caught six of his 11 targets for an additional 70 yards through the air.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown's best plays from his 137-yard game vs. the Washington Commanders during the NFC Divisional Round.
The Lions defense got a much-needed stop to open the second half of Saturday night's game against the Commanders and their offense moved them back within one score of the visiting team.
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson pulls out a lateral-to-shovel pass that goes from running back David Montgomery to wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown which results in a 20-yard gain.
The best Detroit Lions season in franchise history came to a disappointing end at home. The Lions (15-3) shot themselves in the foot over and over in a 45-31 loss to the Washington Commanders (14-5) in the NFC divisional round on Saturday night at Ford Field.
The Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders will do battle in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs on Saturday when the Lions welcome Washington to Ford Field. Here's a look at some expert picks and predictions for the contest.
Wednesday brought word that Steve Heiden will leave his job as the Lions' tight ends coach in order to coach the Jets' offensive line and he's the latest in a long list of coaches to leave the team since their playoff loss to the Commanders.
You can be sure that St. Brown will let Brown hear it after his early gaffe in the NFC Championship Game.