Lions Running Backs situation ( 2023 season )

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RB depth setting up the Lions for a big summer roster battle

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This new thread is a continuation of the following thread:

Lions Running Backs situation ( 2022 season )

detroit-lions-forum.proboards.com/thread/1327/lions-running-backs-situation-season

Based on this report, it doesn't look like the Lions are planning on adding another RB before Training Camp who has a realistic chance of being on the Lions opening day 53 man roster.

Not counting FB Jason Cabinda, the Lions will probably go with 4 RBs on the 53 man roster most of the 2023 season. Special Teams will likely be a major factor in determining the # 3 and # 4 RBs (Halfbacks).

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Lions revamped RB room should be a lot better at breaking tackles

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The Lions running game has the potential to be amongst the best in the NFL in the 2023 season. The Lions ranked 11th in Rushing Yards last season. Finishing somewhere in the top 10 in Rushing Yards is a very realistic expectation for the Lions to achieve in the 2023 season.

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Lions training camp preview: Top pick Jahmyr Gibbs should have immediate impact

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Special Teams will go a very long way in determining which RBs make the Lions 53 man opening day roster, behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. If the combination is even close, Special Teams will probably be the # 1 factor in determining the roster decisions, regarding Running Backs.

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Former NFL GM likes the Lions backfield makeover

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With a QB like Jared Goff, who is arguably at his best on play action passes, and a highly creative play caller in Ben Johnson, the Lions are in a good place with the team's top 2 RBs, and overall Offense. Having said that, the depth questions behind Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery are concerning. Not to mention, depth questions on every position unit on Offense. As much as I like Teddy Bridgewater as a # 2 QB, his injury history can't be overlooked.

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Breaking down the battle for the Lions RB depth

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This thread relates to the following thread:

Lions 21, Giants 16: Pre-Season Game # 1 (2023)

detroit-lions-forum.proboards.com/thread/1848/lions-giants-season-game-2023

Craig Reynolds hasn't been a great Special Teams player but he hasn't been a liability. Somewhat above average is how I would classify him on Special Teams.

It's possible that Mohamed Ibrahim will be on the Lions initial 53 man roster. Then, not too long after that, placed on Short Term IR. This way, Ibrahim would be available to at least practice for 3 weeks when he's recovered from the injury he suffered. With a determination then made how to proceed with him. Ibrahim received the largest signing bonus of the Lions 2023 UDRFAs. Placing Ibrahim on the Waived Injured list is a very realistic possibility, though an option the Lions team brass would probably like to avoid.

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Lions commitment to the run game is making a difference

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A heavy emphasis on the running game is essential in tonight's game at Dallas and very important in practically all Lions games. Jared Goff is at his best when the Lions play action fakes are effective.