Detroit running back Jahmyr Gibbs is one touchdown away from matching Hall of Famer Barry Sanders’ incredible record of 57 career touchdowns before turning 25. This kid is absolutely cooking right now, piling up TDs in every single game this season.
A Historic Pace
Seriously, think about that. Sanders, one of the greatest backs to ever touch a football, set the bar at 57 scores before his 25th birthday, a mark that’s stood as the most in NFL history. Gibbs, who’s currently 24, has already punched in 56 touchdowns in his career. That puts him tied with Todd Gurley for the second-most touchdowns by a player 24 and younger in NFL history. He’s literally in legendary company, and he’s not even 25 yet!
The Countdown Is On
With his 25th birthday not until March next year, it’s a near certainty that Gibbs is going to not just tie, but absolutely blow past Sanders’ record. This isn’t just a streak, it’s a full-on assault on the record books. He scores one more on Sunday, and he’s right there with Sanders. Another one after that? He’s standing alone at the top. The anticipation for what this kid is doing is off the charts.
Every single game this season, he’s found the end zone. So when Sunday rolls around, keep your eyes glued to see if Gibbs makes history. It’s not a question of *if* he’ll break it, but *when*, and he could start that journey to sole possession of the record this weekend.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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