The Detroit Lions (5-2) will host the Minnesota Vikings (3-4) in Week 9. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Jahmyr Gibbs.
Is Jahmyr Gibbs Playing in Week 9?
Gibbs is not on the injury report and, barring a surprise, is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Lions’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Gibbs in Week 9?
Gibbs averaged north of five yards per carry as a rookie, and we wondered if he’d be able to sustain that efficiency when the volume ticked up.
Gibbs averaged north of five yards per carry in his second season, and we wondered if he’d be able to sustain that efficiency when the volume ticked up.
Gibbs is averaging 5.1 yards per carry this season.
As it turns out, elite talents remain elite, no matter how much work you give them.
He’s run for six scores in his past six games and has caught 92.9% of his targets in this hyper-efficient offense that caters to his strengths. Gibbs scored six times, averaged over 6.7 yards per carry, and caught each of his nine targets in this matchup a season ago.
He was in more of a committee than he is now.
The Lions are a threat to score any time Gibbs touches the ball, and their lead back is a threat to lead the position in fantasy points in any given week.
This week is no different.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Gibbs’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Gibbs is projected to score 0.0 points in PPR formats. This includes 0.0 receptions for 0.0 yards and 0.0 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 9 Weather Impact: Vikings at Lions
Since the Lions play in a dome, the weather won’t affect this Week 9 matchup. Temperatures will be comfortable at 72 degrees Fahrenheit, with no wind.
