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Jahmyr Gibbs is the NFL’s MVP so far

The Detroit Lions’ victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8 will be a memorable one for the 2026 season. It moved the Lions into a game behind the Vikings for the lead in the NFC North, keeping them at…

By Ryan Mathews · Pride of Detroit

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 6:45 PM

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Ryan Mathews argues Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs deserves to be named NFL MVP.
Gibbs leads NFL running backs with 149.9 yards from scrimmage per game through Week 8.
The running back has forced a league-leading 51 missed tackles across his first seven games.

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Pride Of Detroit writer Ryan Mathews argues that Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs deserves to be the NFL MVP frontrunner. Following Detroit's Week 8 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, Mathews contends that Gibbs's elite efficiency, explosive playmaking, and heavy workload make him the league's most irreplaceable offensive weapon.

Gibbs leads running backs with 149.9 scrimmage yards per game and has forced 51 missed tackles through seven games. Mathews notes Gibbs is on pace for nearly 1,900 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns, comparing his production and impact to Hall of Famer Barry Sanders.

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