Lions' rookie Jahmyr Gibbs believes he will 'most definitely' rush for 1,000 and reach 500 receiving yards

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Detroit Lions rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs has his sights set on a pair of lofty goals in 2023.

The former Alabama Crimson Tide star is confident that he can rush for 1,000 yards, while also racking up 500 receiving yards during his rookie season. 

"Most definitely, especially with this system," Gibbs told ESPN on Monday.

In a somewhat surprising move, the Lions selected Gibbs with the No. 12 overall draft pick in late April. Gibbs earned his spot in the first round by showcasing his skills as a runner and a receiver during his time playing at Georgia Tech and Alabama.

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Jahmyr Gibbs #26 of the Detroit Lions walks off the field after an NFL preseason football game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on August 25, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)

Gibbs finished his final season in Tuscaloosa with 926 rushing yards and 444 receiving yards. 

NFL teams mostly platoon running backs, and Gibbs will split the Lions backfield with veteran David Montgomery.

Therefore, Gibbs will likely have to convince the Lions to go against the norm if he wants to get enough touches carrying the ball and a significant amount of targets as a receiver if he wants to accomplish his goal.

Jahmyr Gibbs #26 of the Detroit Lions runs up the field in the second quarter of a preseason game against the New York Giants at Ford Field on August 11, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

Last season, Christian McCaffrey was the only player to surpass the 1,000 yard rushing and 500-yard receiving marks. He finished the year with 1,139 yards on the