Jahmyr Gibbs Ties Barry Sanders Touchdown Record for Lions

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs reached a career milestone against the Arizona Cardinals, tying Barry Sanders' record for touchdowns by a player under 25 after scoring in the game. The achievement came as Gibbs continued a 2026 season with strong rushing and receiving production, according to recent statistics. NBC Sports reported that Gibbs scored on a 1-yard run early in the second quarter to reach 57 career touchdowns before turning 25.

The total matched Hall of Famer Barry Sanders' mark for the most touchdowns by a player in that age group. Gibbs has recorded 45 rushing touchdowns and 12 receiving touchdowns during his career, according to NBC Sports. He will not turn 25 until March 20, 2027, leaving him additional time to surpass the record.

A statistical report published October 4 showed Gibbs entered the season's early stretch with seven touchdowns through Week 3, ranking first among qualified running backs. The report also listed 353 rushing yards, five rushing touchdowns, 22 receptions and 187 receiving yards during that period.

The same report placed Gibbs among the leading running backs in receiving production, with his reception and receiving yard totals ranking first among qualified players at the position. His rushing touchdown total ranked third among running backs at that stage of the season. The Lions held a 14-7 lead over the Cardinals in the second quarter when Gibbs reached the milestone, while quarterback Jared Goff connected with Sam LaPorta for a 38-yard touchdown on fourth-and-1 to give Detroit the advantage, according to NBC Sports.