Canal Street Chronicles on Jahmyr Gibbs

ArticleKey matchups: Saints vs. LionsSeptember 12, 2026

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Demario Davis left in free agency to rejoin the New York Jets, leaving a large hole in their defense. New Orleans, however, swiftly replaced Davis with Kaden Ellis.

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Gibbs faces Saints run defense weakened by Davis departure.

Gibbs faces a Saints run defense missing key linebacker Demario Davis, who left for the Jets; while New Orleans replaced Davis with Kaden Ellis, the Saints ranked solid against the run in 2025 but will be weakened in Week 1.

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Gibbs anchors a Lions offense with elite weapons that should improve playoff odds.

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Gibbs set for big season as Lions' lead back with Saints' weakened run defense.

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Gibbs consensus first-overall pick poised for big season.

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Gibbs becomes Detroit's unquestioned lead back after sharing carries with Montgomery.

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