Detroit Lions running back depth
The gist
Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs has taken 134 of Detroit's 163 rushing attempts in 2026, or 82.2%.
With Isiah Pacheco out until December, Detroit has little proven depth behind him.
How it unfolded
- Oct 23, 2026The Lions' projected Week 7 depth chart lists Gibbs active, with Vaki and Saylors behind him.
- Oct 24, 2026A report says the Lions could have a chance to add trusted running back depth behind Gibbs.
- Oct 25, 2026The Lions host division rival Green Bay at Ford Field; the depth chart lists Gibbs as starter, Vaki as backup, Saylors as reserve and Pacheco on injured reserve.