GM Explains How Marshall Faulk Impacted Lions Decision to Draft Jahmyr Gibbs

GM explains how Marshall Faulk impacted Lions decision to draft Jahmyr Gibbs

The Detroit Lions drew some criticism from their decision to draft running back Jahmyr Gibbs with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2023 draft. General manager Brad Holmes had to endure plenty of naysayers criticizing his choice to draft the Alabama product with that selection in an era where the running back position is being devalued. Related Articles Competition in Lions’ O-line room heightened after Frank Ragnow’s retirement …

Brad Holmes Reveals How Hall of Famer Impacted His Decision to Draft Jahmyr Gibbs

When the Detroit Lions used the No. 12 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft on Jahmyr Gibbs, plenty of analysts raised their eyebrows. In an era where drafting a running back that early is almost taboo, Lions GM Brad Holmes went against the grain. Now, with Gibbs coming off a monster 2024 season—over 1,400 rushing yards, 20 total touchdowns, and a reputation as one of the NFL’s most dynamic offensive weapons—Holmes’ bold move looks like a masterst…

The Detroit Lions nearly hired Brad Holmes over 20 years ago

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK Current Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes nearly scored a job with the franchise two decades ago. The hiring of general manager Brad Holmes in 2021 may go down as one of the best moves in Detroit Lions franchise history. But nearly 20 years prior to that moment, the Lions had their first crack at Holmes, but didn’t end up landing him. According to a story told by Holmes himself on the Field Talk Podcast, the…