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  • Pre-Season Outlook

    Washington ran out Gibson almost immediately after fumbling six times in his second NFL season, but in hindsight they didn't have much to show for it. Washington traded yardage for ostensible ball security and got neither for their troubles as Brian Robinson fumbled four times in 2023, and the Patriots were happy to give Gibson a three-year, $11.25 million contract afterward. Gibson is not a naturally powerful runner despite his 220-pound frame, but the sub-4.4 speed is still real and he should emerge as the Patriots' preferred passing-down back if nothing else. Rhamondre Stevenson should more so focus on the running, especially the power running, in what could be a run-heavy New England offense.

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  • Headed to New England

    The Patriots are slated to sign Gibson, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: With Ezekiel Elliott set to become a free agent, the pending addition of Gibson -- whose deal is for three years -- gives the Patriots a versatile back to pair with lead rusher Rhamondre Stevenson. In 16 regular-season games with Washington in 2023, Gibson recorded 65 carries for 265 yards and a touchdown, while adding 48 catches for 389 yards and two receiving scores on 59 targets. In his first campaign with New England, look for Gibson to spell Stevenson on early downs, with…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 11 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts career lows in contract year

    Gibson finished 2023 with 65 carries for 265 yards and a touchdown and 48 catches for 389 yards and two touchdowns on 59 targets.

    Analysis: The 2020 third-round pick added one target, two catches and 46 receiving yards to his 2022 career highs in those categories and also averaged a new personal best of 8.1 yards per catch, but it didn't work out for fantasy with his rushing numbers falling off a cliff. After averaging 214 carries for 916 yards and nine TDs over his first two seasons, Gibson dropped to 149-546-3 in 2022 before plummeting further in 2023. He didn't get many carries even when Brian Robinson missed time with a…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 9 at 5:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies six touches in Week 17

    Gibson recorded four carries for 19 yards and gathered in two of four targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 27-10 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Gibson welcomed back Brian Robinson (hamstring) to the Commanders backfield for the first time since Week 13, but even with Chris Rodriguez (ankle) going on injured reserve Thursday, Gibson's workload didn't differentiate from what he's accustomed to this season. His touch count landed in the middle of his typical range of 4-to-14, and Gibson again was easily out-touched by Robinson, 13-6. As such, Gibson likely will have a similar role Week 18 against the Cowboys.

    Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first rushing TD of 2023

    Gibson carried the ball nine times for 30 yards and a touchdown and caught one of two targets for two yards in Sunday's 30-28 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: The fourth-year back scored his first rushing TD of the season late in the fourth quarter to give the Commanders their first lead of the game at 28-27, but the Jets responded with a game-winning field goal in the final seconds. While it was a productive outing for Gibson, he was overshadowed by rookie Chris Rodriguez, who scored twice on 10 carries while also gaining nearly double the rushing yards. The duo split the backfield workload for a second straight game with Brian Robinson (hamstring)…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Role doesn't increase

    Gibson took four carries for 15 yards and caught each of his five targets for 20 yards in a 28-20 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

    Analysis: He surprisingly didn't get more playing time in the absence of Brian Robinson (hamstring), with Gibson's 45 percent snap share lining up with his season-long rate of 46 percent. The Commanders instead used Chris Rodriguez (10 carries for 35 yards) as their lead runner and also gave Jonathan Williams some playing time (13 snaps, 22 percent), though Williams eventually left due to a concussion. Gibson might have more appeal in Week 16 against the Jets if both Robinson and Williams are inactive,…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 5:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for larger role

    Gibson and Chris Rodriguez will lead Washington's backfield Sunday against the Rams with Brian Robinson (hamstring) ruled out, Zach Selby of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Gibson figures to play more than usual, though it's hard to pinpoint the extent of his role expansion given that Rodriguez also could get a bunch of the carries that normally go to Robinson. A look back at Week 13 isn't especially helpful, considering the Commanders had just 21 snaps in the second half of their blowout loss to Miami after losing Robinson to the hamstring injury shortly before halftime. Gibson did get 12 of the first 17 snaps in that second half before Rodriguez closed out the…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 15 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated role after Robinson's exit

    Gibson rushed 10 times for 35 yards and brought in four of five targets for 37 yards in the Commanders' 45-15 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday. He also fumbled once but recovered.

    Analysis: Gibson saw expanded opportunity with Brian Robinson exiting the game with a hamstring injury, a development that led to the former's highest carry count of the season. Gibson also retained his usual pass-catching role in the blowout loss, and if the upcoming Week 14 bye doesn't afford Robinson enough recovery time, Gibson could serve as the lead back in a Week 15 road matchup against the Rams.

    Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns after one-week absence

    Gibson took six carries for 21 yards and caught three of four targets for 16 yards in a 45-10 loss to Dallas on Thursday.

    Analysis: Gibson played 46 percent of the snaps on offensive, four days after missing a loss to the Giants with a toe injury. Lead runner Brian Robinson dropped to a 45 percent snap share while taking 17 touches for 64 yards, and he'll likely continue to cede a large chunk of the playing time to Gibson when the Commanders host the Dolphins in Week 13.

    Published: Fri, Nov 24 at 8:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active in Week 12

    Gibson (toe) is listed as active Thursday in Dallas.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't practice at all last week before being listed as doubtful and eventually inactive for this past Sunday's game against the Giants. After receiving limited listings on all three Week 12 injury reports, he was deemed questionable for Thursday's game, and the activity was enough for him to be available. Gibson likely will regain his role as the pass-catching complement to the Commanders' No. 1 RB Brian Robinson, though there's a chance rookie sixth-rounder Chris Rodriguez remains in…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely game-time decision

    Gibson (toe) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup with Dallas and may be a game-time decision, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't practice last week and missed Sunday's loss to the Giants, which had a hand in Brian Robinson taking 24 touches for 131 yards on a career-high 78 percent of snaps. Chris Rodriguez had a role off the bench and gained 48 yards on seven touches, but his final carry was a lost fumble in the second half. Gibson's potential return Thursday might push Rodriguez back out of the picture and likely would cost Robinson some work on passing down, though at this stage, Gibson has a real chance…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited Tuesday

    Gibson (toe) was listed as limited on Tuesday's injury report.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't practice at all last week before being inactive for this past Sunday's game against the Giants. Considering he was upgraded to limited at Tuesday's session, he may have a chance to return from his one-game absence Thursday at Dallas and rejoin Brian Robinson in the Washington backfield. If Gibson remains out, rookie Chris Rodriguez could see an increased workload again.

    Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gauged as limited participant

    The Commanders list Gibson (toe) as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report.

    Analysis: Following Sunday's 31-19 loss to the Giants, the Commanders aren't holding a practice Monday, but Gibson would have been able to take the field in a limited capacity if the team had held a workout. The activity represents a step forward for Gibson, who wasn't able to practice in any fashion last week before being ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest. Though the Commanders are facing a quick turnaround for Week 12 with a Thanksgiving Day game in Dallas, Gibson looks as though he'll have a chance…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for Week 11

    Gibson (toe) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Giants.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't practice at all during Week 11 prep and was listed as doubtful, so this doesn't come as a surprise. In his absence, Brian Robinson should handle a larger role than usual, while Chris Rodriguez will likely step up as the primary backup. Derrick Gore was also elevated from the practice squad Saturday and will be available to give Robinson and Rodriguez a break. Following Sunday's contest, Washington will have a quick turnaround to get ready for a Week 12 divisional matchup in Dallas…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Sunday

    Gibson (toe) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Giants.

    Analysis: It'll be a major surprise if Gibson is declared active ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff after missing every practice this week. He'd come on strong the past two games without any role change in terms of playing time, and his likely absence this Sunday could lead to starter Brian Robinson handling a larger snap share than usual. Coach Ron Rivera said Friday that Chris Rodriguez will step in as the No. 2 RB, with Derrick Gore likely being elevated from the practice squad, Zach Selby of the…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 17 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Friday

    Gibson (toe) isn't practicing Friday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: A third consecutive missed practice suggests Gibson is unlikely to play in Sunday's game against the Giants. If he ends up inactive, the Commanders could give more work to starter Brian Robinson -- especially on passing downs -- and likely would install third-stringer Chris Rodriguez in some kind of role.

    Published: Fri, Nov 17 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Gibson (toe) wasn't spotted at Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson missed Wednesday's session as well, making the running back's activity during Friday's practice worth monitoring when it comes to discerning his availability for Sunday's contest against the Giants. If Gibson ends up limited or out this weekend, Chris Rodriguez would be in line to see added snaps behind lead back Brian Robinson.

    Published: Thu, Nov 16 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tending to toe issue

    Gibson didn't practice Wednesday due to a toe injury.

    Analysis: Through 10 games this season, Gibson has reached double-digit touches just one time, but he's averaging a solid 4.6 yards per carry on his 30 rushes and has also hauled in 30 of 36 passes for 269 yards and his only two touchdowns to date. He's now dealing with a health concern, so his status will be one to monitor as the week continues to get a sense of his odds to suit up Sunday against the Giants.

    Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues to excel in backup role

    Gibson rushed four times for 13 yards and caught five of six targets for 42 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 29-26 loss to Seattle.

    Analysis: Gibson's big receiving day was dwarfed by starter Brian Robinson's 157 combined yards, which also featured a 51-yard touchdown reception Sunday. Gibson still mazimized his fantasy value despite seeing single-digit touches, which has been a common trend for the veteran backup this season. That said, Gibson's low cap for carries limits his point potential for next Sunday's tilt against the Giants.

    Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 7:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes 11 touches for 75 yards

    Gibson had six carries for 34 yards and five catches for 42 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Gibson's snap share (44 percent) was right in the usual range, with his better-than-usual production at least partially due to Washington holding possession for more than 60 percent of the game. He did have five targets the week before as well, so it's possible the Commanders are trying to get him a bit more involved, though still not to an extent that would give fantasy managers confidence in starting Gibson for a Week 10 matchup at Seattle.

    Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Five grabs in loss

    Gibson rushed twice for 14 yards and secured all five of his targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 38-31 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Gibson played 37 of the Commanders' 72 offensive snaps, logging two more snaps than fellow running back Brian Robinson. His five catches were his most in a game so far this season, as Gibson remains Washington's top pass-catching option out of the backfield. With that said, Gibson's lack of involvement in the rushing attack limits his chances of being a consistent fantasy contributor. The 25-year-old will look to make more of an impact on offense when the Commanders visit the Patriots in Week 9.

    Published: Wed, Nov 1 at 6:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets four touches

    Gibson had two carries for seven yards and two catches for 24 yards in Sunday's 14-7 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Gibson remains the top choice in obvious passing situations but now seems to be behind both Brian Robinson and Chris Rodriguez for carries. Rodriguez took a season-high seven carries for 31 yards Sunday, with Robinson getting eight totes for 23 yards and a touchdown. It's been one of the least productive backfields in the league on a cumulative basis, with little hope for mainstream value from anyone if all three are sharing work heading into a Week 8 game against Philadelphia.

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 10:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first TD

    Gibson took three carries for 15 yards and caught his lone target for a one-yard touchdown in Sunday's 24-16 win over Atlanta.

    Analysis: The touchdown was his first this season, with Gibson playing more than one-third of Washington's snaps most weeks but rarely seeing more than a handful of touches. He and the Commanders face the Giants in Week 7.

    Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes impact as receiver Thursday

    Gibson brought in four of six targets for 64 yards and didn't log a rush attempt in the Commanders' 40-20 loss to the Bears on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Gibson finished third in receiving yards on the night for the Commanders, with the change-of-pace back seeing plenty of opportunity due to Washington's sizable deficit. Gibson's reception and receiving yardage tallies were both season highs, and the complete absence of rush attempts was essentially a byproduct of game script, although Gibson does remain the clear No. 2 running back behind Brian Robinson.

    Published: Thu, Oct 5 at 10:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seven touches in loss

    Gibson rushed six times for 19 yards while securing his only target for seven yards in Sunday's 34-31 overtime loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Gibson's disappointing season continued Sunday, as the veteran failed to produce for fantasy purposes against the Eagles. The fourth-year running back saw his snap percentage drop Week 4, handling a 39 percent snap share after seeing a 63 percent share Week 3. Fellow back Brian Robinson, however, continued to be more involved in the Commanders' offensive scheme. Going forward, Gibson will likely continue to be difficult to trust for consistent fantasy production, barring an injury to Robinson.…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 4 at 2:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 24 total yards

    Gibson had two carries for 17 yards and caught three of five targets for seven yards in a 37-3 loss to Buffalo on Sunday.

    Analysis: He played a season-high 61 percent of snaps with the Commanders chasing a multi-score deficit all day, but it didn't add up to much production on a brutal afternoon for the team overall. Gibson has seven carries for 35 yards and seven catches for 61 yards through three weeks, while backfield mate Brian Robinson has a 47-216-2 rushing line and 3-49-1 receiving. A Week 4 trip to Philadelphia could mean another game with Gibson playing more than usual and Robinson a bit less.

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stuck in small role

    Gibson had two carries for nine yards while catching all three of his targets for 44 yards in Sunday's 35-33 win over Denver.

    Analysis: Gibson was limited to just five touches a week after receiving four, giving way to starter Brian Robinson, who had a two-touchdown day. The veteran backup was able to break off a 36-yard reception out of the backfield but was otherwise a non-factor. Gibson has provided fantasy value in the past while serving as Washington's starter, but he is an unappealing option against Buffalo next Sunday in his current role.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 10:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets four touches, loses fumble

    Gibson had three carries for nine yards and caught his lone target for 10 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Gibson got his first carry early in the second quarter, then lost a fumble on his second carry a few minutes later. His next touch was a reception midway through the fourth quarter, though he did play 35 percent of Washington's offensive snaps. Starting RB Brian Robinson played 61 percent, taking 19 carries for 59 yards and catching one of two targets for a seven-yard touchdown. Adding to the bad news for Gibson, rookie sixth-round pick Chris Rodriguez took three snaps and had three carries for…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 10:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets seven touches, one TD

    Gibson had four carries for 15 yards and three catches for 10 yards and a touchdown in Monday's preseason matchup with the Ravens.

    Analysis: Brian Robinson was the starter for a second straight week and again worked in a near-50/50 split with Gibson. The Commanders played their starters for the first half and now have kept them on the field for seven drives this preseason, with Robinson getting 13 opportunities (eight carries, five targets) and Gibson seeing 12 (six carries, six targets). There hasn't been a clear split like last year in terms of Robinson taking early downs while Gibson handles passing situations, but it is possible…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 21 at 7:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Splits work with Robinson

    Gibson carried the ball twice for seven yards and caught two of three targets for 13 yards in Friday's preseason win over the Browns.

    Analysis: The Commanders used their first-team offense for three possessions despite wet field conditions, and during those drives Gibson wound up seeing one more touch than Brian Robinson (three carries for 16 yards). While neither back was effective, Gibson becomes a more appealing fantasy option if new offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy continues to split the workload relatively equally between them rather than leaning more heavily on Robinson.

    Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 4:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expects to be third-down back

    Gibson said Wednesday that he'll be in a "third-down back" role with Washington in 2023, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, Brian Robinson profiles as the top option on early downs, with most of Gibson's usage expected to come on passing downs. While suiting up for 15 games in 2022, Gibson produced 546 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 149 carries while also catching a career-high 46 passes for 353 yards and two scores.

    Published: Wed, Jul 26 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Participating in OTAs

    Gibson (knee/foot) was spotted practicing Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson played through a foot fracture last December but then missed the final two weeks of the season after spraining his knee. He had surgery on his foot in the first week of January and seems to be back healthy for spring practices. The Commanders didn't add competition for Gibson's passing-down role this offseason, as the lone new face in the backfield at the start of OTAs is a sixth-round pick, Chris Rodriguez, who caught 20 passes in 40 games at Kentucky. Brian Robinson may get another…read more

    Published: Wed, May 24 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Has surgery on foot

    Gibson (knee) underwent surgery Thursday to address a fracture in his foot, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson played through the fracture for most of December but then missed the final two games of the regular season after spraining his knee Week 16. He's expected to recover in time for offseason workouts, at which point he'll be in the fourth and final season of his rookie contract. Rookie back Brian Robinson, meanwhile, will miss Week 18 with a knee injury that isn't considered especially serious. Jonathan Williams and Jaret Patterson are Washington's healthy backs for the season finale, while…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shut down for Week 18

    Washington placed Gibson (knee/foot) on injured reserve Thursday, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

    Analysis: Though Gibson's pair of lower-body injuries aren't believed to be long-term concerns, the Commanders will err on the side of caution by holding him out of Sunday's season finale against the Cowboys. By moving Gibson to IR, the Commanders were able to free up a spot on the 53-man roster for practice-squad signee Jaret Patterson, who will add depth to the backfield behind Brian Robinson (knee) and Jonathan Williams. Gibson concludes the 2022 season with 546 rushing yards (on a career-worst 3.7…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 5 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing

    Gibson (knee/foot) didn't practice Wednesday, Ethan Cadeaux of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has been dealing with the foot injury for more than a month without missing a game, but the knee sprain he suffered Week 16 against San Francisco rendered him inactive for the Week 17 loss to Cleveland. With Washington having been eliminated from playoff contention, Gibson may be in line to sit out Sunday's season finale versus Dallas, though it's perhaps still possible he plays if he returns to practice Thursday or Friday.

    Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out

    Gibson (knee/foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Browns, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has been dealing with a foot injury for a few weeks and then sprained his knee in last Saturday's loss to the 49ers. His absence for Week 17 could leave Brian Robinson in a three-down role, though it's also possible the Commanders give most of Gibson's usual workload to Jonathan Williams or Jaret Patterson (the latter of whom would need to be called up from the practice squad). A Week 18 matchup with Dallas will be Gibson's final chance to play in the 2022 regular season, and perhaps his…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing third straight practice

    Gibson (knee/foot) is not participating in the portion of Friday's practice open to the media, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson appears to be missing a third consecutive practice, which would bode poorly for his chances of suiting up Sunday versus the Browns. Friday's official practice report will reveal whether Gibson has an official injury designation for the contest, but fantasy managers will already want to begin preparing for a potential absence. If Gibson is limited versus Cleveland or can't play, rookie Brian Robinson will be primed for an increased role in Washington's Week 17 backfield, while Jonathan…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out another practice

    Gibson (knee/foot) didn't take part in Thursday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has opened Week 17 with back-to-back absences from practice due to knee and foot injuries, giving him just one more opportunity to get some on-field work before the Commanders potentially make a ruling on his availability ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns. If Gibson is limited or sidelined this weekend, rookie Brian Robinson likely would take on the lion's share of the backfield work for Washington, with Jonathan Williams on hand for anything that lingers.

    Published: Thu, Dec 29 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing from another practice

    Gibson (knee/foot) wasn't present for Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson thus appears set to be listed as a non-participant for the second practice in a row, clouding his status for Sunday's game against the Browns. If Gibson is sidelined Week 17, Brian Robinson would have an even clearer path than usual to handling the bulk of the carries out of the backfield, while perhaps benefiting from more work on passing downs, too. Jonathan Williams would step in as the Commanders' No. 2 running back in place of Gibson.

    Published: Thu, Dec 29 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed with foot, knee injuries

    Gibson is listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice with foot and knee injuries, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Washington head coach Ron Rivera previously revealed Tuesday that Gibson had suffered a sprain in Saturday's 37-20 loss to San Francisco. Given that he was listed with a foot injury the past few weeks, it's reasonable to deduce that Gibson sprained his knee in Week 16, with the injury now putting his status in question for Sunday's matchup with the Browns. Brian Robinson could get more targets, and perhaps a few more carries than usual, if Gibson isn't ready to play Sunday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Gibson isn't present for the open portion of Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Ron Rivera said Tuesday that Gibson is dealing with a sprain, but he didn't offer any further details about the running back's injury. Gibson will have two more chances to increase his practice activity ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Browns, but if he can't go this weekend or ends up being limited, Jonathan Williams would be in line to handle more work behind Brian Robinson.

    Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 9:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with sprain

    Head coach Ron Rivera said Tuesday that Gibson is dealing with an undisclosed "sprain" and will be monitored closely during Week 17 prep, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Rivera wouldn't reveal what body part Gibson injured, but the coach did say the running back's injury led to more playing time for Jonathan Williams during the team's blowout loss to the 49ers. The extent of Gibson's issue remains unclear, but Wednesday's practice report should provide further clarity on his status for Sunday's matchup against the Browns.

    Published: Tue, Dec 27 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets only seven touches

    Gibson took five carries for 10 yards and caught two of three targets for 21 yards in Saturday's 37-20 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Gibson played 29 percent of Washington's offensive snaps, down from 60 percent the week before in a loss to the Giants, though he finished with the same number of touches (seven). Brian Robinson, meanwhile, took 22 carries for 58 yards on 44 percent of snaps. No. 3 back Jonathan Williams took 29 percent of snaps, albeit with five of his six touches coming in the fourth quarter after Washington fell behind by 16 points. Gibson gets a nice matchup with Cleveland's weak run defense in Week 17, but…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 5:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go for Week 16

    Gibson (foot) won't carry an injury designation for Saturday's game in San Francisco, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was listed as a limited participant on the Commanders' first two Week 16 practice reports, but as anticipated, his foot issue never seriously threatened his availability for Saturday's contest. He'll likely fill his usual role as Option 1B in the backfield alongside rookie Brian Robinson. Though Robinson has handled more carries between the two backs in each of the past three games, Gibson has still taken on snap shares ranging between 40 and 62 percent in those contests while averaging…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited Wednesday

    Gibson (foot) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: GIbson reps have been capped for the Commanders' first two practices of Week 16, as has been the case for a few weeks at this point while he deals with a foot injury. He'll have one more chance to get back to full activity Thursday, at which point the Commanders may hand him a designation for Saturday's contest at San Francisco. Gibson doesn't appear in danger of sitting out this weekend, so assuming he's eventually cleared to play, he again will be splitting work with rookie Brian Robinson out…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 21 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited on estimated report

    Gibson (foot) was listed as limited on Tuesday's practice estimate, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: The Commanders held a walkthrough to kick off Week 16 prep, but Gibson continues to have practice limitations due to the foot issue that has lingered for the past few weeks. While he played 60 percent of the snaps Sunday night against the Giants, he mustered just 27 yards from scrimmage on seven touches. Fellow running back Brian Robinson rang in at 38 percent, but he was far more utilized en route to 13 touches for 107 total yards. Gibson doesn't seem in danger of missing Saturday's game at…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • All clear for SNF

    Gibson (foot) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Giants, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Gibson and fellow running back Brian Robinson (quadriceps) were both limited in all three practices throughout the week but avoided injury designations on Washington's final injury report. Robinson should get the majority of opportunities on the ground, while Gibson's the superior playmaker in the passing game.

    Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still limited at practice

    Gibson (foot) was limited at practice Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson dealt with a foot issue before the Commanders' last game Week 13 at the Giants in which he turned 11 touches into 59 yards from scrimmage. Even with the help of a Week 14 bye, he's still tending to the injury, but fellow running back Brian Robinson (quadriceps) has joined him on the team's practice report this week with a cap on his reps. Neither player seems in danger of sitting out Sunday's contest, again versus the Giants, with Friday's report potentially clearing up the situation…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with foot issue

    Gibson (foot) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Along with Gibson, fellow running back Brian Robinson (quadriceps) began the week as a limited participant, but head coach Ron Rivera hasn't provided any indication that either player is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Giants. Robinson drew more touches than Gibson in Washington's last two games prior to the team's Week 14 bye, but Gibson still played more than 40 percent of offensive snaps in those contests and took nine carries both times.

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear second fiddle in tie

    Gibson rushed nine times for 39 yards and brought in two of four targets for 20 yards in the Commanders' 20-20 tie with the Giants on Sunday. He also returned two kickoffs for 27 yards.

    Analysis: Gibson saw rookie backfield mate Brian Robinson log 11 more carries and also record two catches, seemingly further cementing the backfield pecking order. Gibson now has back-to-back nine-carry tallies heading into the Week 14 bye, and he's likely slotting right back into a complementary role in the Week 15 rematch with the Giants at FedEx Field.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday

    Gibson (foot) is listed as active Sunday at the Giants.

    Analysis: Gibson sandwiched limited practices around an absence from Thursday's practice during Week 13 prep, the result of a foot issue. The injury may have been the impetus for Gibson getting out-touched, 20-12, by rookie Brian Robinson last Sunday against the Falcons. Because Gibson seemingly is operating at less than 100 percent, such a breakdown may be the reality for the Commanders backfield this time around, too. Having said that, Gibson nonetheless has put together a six-game streak with…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to face Giants

    Gibson (foot), who is officially listed as questionable, is likely to play Sunday against the Giants, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Gibson seemingly suffered the injury during Washington's Week 12 win over Atlanta, as he lost a significant amount of work to Brian Robinson in the contest. However, after turning in two limited practices this week, Gibson isn't expected to miss any further action. Even if Gibson is active, Robinson could once again take on a heavier workload, given that Gibson may be operating at less than 100 percent.

    Published: Sat, Dec 3 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Gibson (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was initially listed on the injury report Wednesday as limited, then he missed practice Thursday before returning Friday morning. He's seemingly on track to play, with Brian Robinson and Jonathan Williams the other options to handle more work if Gibson ends up limited or inactive ahead of the Commanders' 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Robinson got more work than Gibson in last week's win over Atlanta, but it was the other way around the week before in Houston.

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Friday

    Gibson (foot) is participating at Friday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old was unable to participate at practice Thursday but has returned to the field for Friday's session. It's unclear if Gibson has shown enough to avoid an injury designation altogether, but it appears he'll at least have a chance of suiting up Sunday against the Giants.

    Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP on Thursday

    Gibson (foot) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Matthew Paras of The Washington Times reports.

    Analysis: One day removed from opening Week 13 prep with a cap on his practice reps, Gibson was held out entirely Thursday, giving him just one more chance to mix into drills before the Commanders potentially make a ruling on his availability for Sunday's game at the Giants. During a Week 12 win against the Falcons, he experienced his lowest touch count (12) since Week 6 and was a distant second to rookie Brian Robinson (20) in his own backfield. If he's able to gut out his foot injury this weekend,…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bothered by foot

    Gibson was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a foot injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The foot issue may have been a factor in Gibson garnering fewer touches (12) than Brian Robinson (20) in Sunday's 19-13 win over Atlanta, after the reverse had been true the week before, when Gibson took 21 touches to Robinson's 15 in a win over Houston. It's also possible the foot injury had nothing to do with it and the Commanders simply stuck with Robinson after he got off to a strong start in the first half. Whatever the case, Gibson's ability to practice in any capacity at the beginning of…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Step back in usage

    Gibson rushed the ball nine times for 32 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Falcons. He added three receptions for 22 yards.

    Analysis: Brian Robinson led the Washington backfield with 22 touches, well outpacing Gibson. Gibson did make some notable contributions in the game, highlighted by a 14-yard reception in the middle of the second quarter to put the Commanders into field-goal position. He similarly ripped off a 10-yard run early in the fourth quarter to set up another field goal that ultimately put Washington up by six. Game script and weather likely had a lot to do with Gibson's decline in usage, though it's clear that…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in yardage

    Gibson ran for 72 yards on 18 carries and caught three passes for 31 yards on three targets against Houston on Sunday.

    Analysis: Brian Robinson saw 15 carries for 57 yards himself, as both Washington backs saw big workloads following a pick-six by Washington corner Kendall Fuller on Houston's opening drive. It's not clear whether Gibson saw more carries than Robinson in acknowledgment of their respective levels of effectiveness -- an area where Gibson would have the recent advantage -- or if it was a more random outcome of the game's flow. The Washington run blocking has been poor all year, but there should be…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in Week 10 win

    Gibson rushed 14 times for 44 yards and a touchdown while catching all three of his targets for 14 yards in Monday's 32-21 win over Philadelphia.

    Analysis: Gibson tied the score at 7-7 with a one-yard touchdown run in the first quarter, but the next time Washington got one yard away from the end zone, it was fellow running back Brian Robinson that punched it in. In the final minute of the first half, Gibson stayed down after being tackled awkwardly, but he returned to the field after halftime. Both running backs are crucial to Washington's offense, as Robinson had 12 more carries than Gibson but no targets. Another run-heavy Commanders game plan…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 9:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid usage in loss

    Gibson rushed 11 times for 36 yards and secured two of three targets for 11 yards in the Commanders' 20-17 loss to the Vikings on Sunday. He also returned two kickoffs for 68 yards.

    Analysis: Gibson checked in just two carries behind Brian Robinson with his highest tally in that category since Week 4. However, neither back was able to do anything of note against a surprisingly staunch Vikings defense, and they could share the workload on a pretty even basis again in a Week 10 Monday night matchup Nov. 14 against the Eagles.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Excels as pass catcher

    Gibson recorded seven carries for 19 yards in Sunday's 17-16 win over the Colts. He added seven receptions on seven targets for 58 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Gibson has quickly returned to a significant role in the Commanders' offense, as he out-touched Brian Robinson 14-8. Gibson accomplished little on the ground but had three receptions that went for gains of more than 10 yards and also hauled in a nine-yard receiving score. Combined across the last two games, Gibson has 154 total yards and two touchdowns.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 6:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches TD in win over Green Bay

    Gibson rushed 10 times for 59 yards while catching three of four targets for 18 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Gibson had half as many carries as Brian Robinson, but the third-year running back made more of an impact as a pass catcher, including a nine-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter. With three-plus catches in five of seven games, including each of the past four, Gibson continues to get opportunities in Washington's offense despite inconsistent usage on the ground. Gibson and the Commanders will face the Colts on the road in Week 8.

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners 53 total yards in win

    Gibson rushed five times for 35 yards, brought in three of four targets for 18 yards and returned one kickoff for 27 yards in the Commanders' 12-7 win over the Bears on Thursday night.

    Analysis: As expected, Gibson played a clear backup role behind rookie Brian Robinson, and he actually was very efficient on a per-touch basis. Gibson also made his debut in the kickoff returner role, but moving forward, he may not get enough opportunities from scrimmage on a week-to-week basis to have any true fantasy reliability unless an injury strikes Robinson.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to move to bench

    Gibson is likely to serve as a backup running back for the Commanders in Thursday's game against the Bears with rookie Brian Robinson expected to serve as Washington's starter, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: During the preseason, Robinson looked to be trending toward the Week 1 start, but he ended up opening the regular season on the reserve/non-football injury list after he suffered two gunshot wounds in his leg Aug. 29, when he was the victim of an attempted robbery. While Robinson was out for the Commanders' first four games, Gibson was able to temporarily maintain his hold on the lead role out of the backfield, but he averaged just 3.3 yards on 53 carries in those contests. Robinson returned to…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Significant dip in usage

    Gibson had three carries for six yards in Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Titans. He added three catches on four targets for 33 yards.

    Analysis: Gibson saw a dramatic dip in opportunity due to the return of Brian Robinson. Even with Robinson reportedly on a pitch count, Gibson was almost completely phased out of the game plan as a rusher. He did maintain his role as a pass catcher, though he'll have to split those duties with J.D. McKissic moving forward. All told, Gibson won't have trustworthy volume so long as the Commanders' backfield remains healthy.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could lose playing time

    Teammate Brian Robinson (leg) was activated off the reserve/non-football injury list Saturday and is expected to contribute as part of a running back rotation with Gibson in Sunday's game against the Titans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: This isn't a particularly good sign for Gibson's fantasy managers, as Robinson had already been declared the starting running back during the preseason before he sustained gunshot wounds in his right leg that necessitated surgery. While Gibson put together a complete Week 1 performance, his playing time has taken a precipitous fall since with two straight games seeing less than 50 percent of the offensive snaps. Given the three-year starter has been used almost exclusively as a…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 8 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Weak usage in loss

    Gibson ran for 49 yards on 13 carries and caught three passes on three targets for 14 yards against Dallas on Sunday.

    Analysis: It's not clear why, but Washington gave five carries to Jonathan Williams and eight to J.D. McKissic as it lost by 15 points. Gibson doesn't seem to have much traction in the Washington offense despite doing reasonably well with the scattered chances he gets, and Brian Robinson's pending return certainly won't help his cause.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores garbage-time touchdown

    Gibson ran for 38 yards and one touchdown on 12 carries while also bringing in his sole target for two yards against Philadelphia on Sunday.

    Analysis: Washington once again neglected to utilize Gibson as a pass catcher, giving him just one target that resulted in a two-yard reception. After catching seven passes for 72 yards on eight targets in Week 1, Gibson has just three receptions for 15 yards on five targets since. Washington won the first game but lost the last two, so perhaps the Commanders might try to get Gibson going more as a pass catcher going forward. It's not clear when Brian Robinson might return to the Washington backfield,…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet besides fourth-quarter TD

    Gibson rushed 14 times for 28 yards and a touchdown while catching two of four targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 36-27 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Gibson was bottled up for most of the game but salvaged his afternoon with a one-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Washington was playing catch-up all game but didn't utilize Gibson extensively as a pass catcher out of the backfield after he caught seven passes for 72 yards in the season opener. He remains locked into the lead role in the Commanders' backfield heading into a Week 3 matchup with the Eagles.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 130 total yards

    Gibson rushed 14 times for 58 yards and caught seven of eight targets for 72 yards in Sunday's 28-22 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Gibson turned in a solid effort on the ground (4.1 yards per carry), and the career-high eight targets were a welcome surprise for his fantasy managers. We previously reported (Aug. 20) that the power back was getting some extra work as a receiver this preseason to round out his skill set, so the spike in targets may not be an anomaly. Gibson should continue to dominate the running back touches in Washington, especially while rookie Brian Robinson (knee) mends on the reserve/non-football injury…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to face Jaguars in Week 1

    As the Commanders' Week 1 contest against the Jaguars approaches, Gibson is in line to lead a backfield that is also slated to include J.D. McKissic and Jonathan Williams early on this season, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Rookie third-round draft choice Brian Robinson, who had been a candidate to see his share of backfield touches to begin the season, was placed on the reserve/non-football injury list by the Commanders on Thursday and will miss at least the team's first four games. Against the Jaguars, look for Gibson to reprise the starting role he held last season, with McKissic in line to see work in the passing game and Williams on hand for complementary snaps.

    Published: Thu, Sep 1 at 10:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not slated to play Saturday

    Gibson isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game at Baltimore.

    Analysis: Joining Gibson on the sideline are fellow Commanders running backs J.D. McKissic (groin), Brian Robinson and Jonathan Williams. With just about none of the team's regular skill-position players in line to suit up in the exhibition finale, that quartert seems poised to survive roster cuts Tuesday. That said, Gibson's ultimate workload is in question due to the impressive showing by the rookie Robinson during the preseason.

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Becoming jack of all trades

    Gibson rushed twice for three yards and caught three of four targets for 37 yards in Saturday's 24-14 loss to Kansas City. He also returned the opening kickoff 17 yards.

    Analysis: Gibson worked in a change-of-pace role with the first-team offense, but it notably was rookie Brian Robinson who got the start and most of the playing time over that span. Gibson stayed in the game after backup quarterback Taylor Heinicke came in, playing an instrumental role as a pass catcher as Heinicke led Washington's only touchdown drive of the first half. Robinson looks like the favorite for most of the rushing work on early downs, while the impending return of J.D. McKissic (groin) will…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 5:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing with special teams units

    Gibson took snaps with the punt return team at Tuesday's practice, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Fortier adds that Gibson's spot on the unit (slot protector) has mostly been handled by rookie Brian Robinson, the third-round pick who shined in the preseason opener with the first-team offense after Gibson lost a fumble on the second drive. There had already been talk of Robinson stealing short-yardage work prior to training camp, and it now seems the rookie has a shot at more than that. Fortier notes that Tuesday's practice was an odd one for Gibson, as he got special teams work and took…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 16 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Fumbles against Panthers

    Gibson carried the ball two times for four yards and caught his only target for two yards in Saturday's 23-21 preseason loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't make much of his limited opportunity and also fumbled deep in Washington's own territory to end the team's second offensive possession. He re-entered the game with the second-team offense but added little to his stat line. It's unclear what this performance means for Gibson's potential to contribute during the regular season, but rookie Brian Robinson tallied six carries for 26 yards and a touchdown.

    Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No issues with hamstring so far

    Gibson (hamstring) followed his ramp-up plan for the first week of training camp and now has resumed practicing with teammates, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: It sounds like Gibson has avoided any setbacks with the hamstring injury that limited his participation in spring practices. He also mentioned dropping a few pounds, going from the mid-230s to low 230s, though the Commanders listed him at 220 both last season and this year. Gibson reportedly wants to get down to 220-225 before Week 1, which especially makes sense if rumors of rookie Brian Robinson stealing short-yardage work are to be believed. Gibson was the team's grinder last year, and it…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 4 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could lose goal-line carries?

    Gibson (hamstring) may cede short-yardage work to rookie Brian Robinson, who has been getting a lot of first-team snaps in the opening days of training camp, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson's absence due to the hamstring injury is obviously a factor, but the report suggests Robinson would have a role with the starters even if Washington's No. 1 back didn't have any injury concerns. Gibson has been bothered by his hamstring since June 7/8, with coach Ron Rivera suggesting Wednesday that the 24-year-old will ramp up his workload on the side before rejoining teammates in practice. It sounds like the team still expects Gibson to be fine for Week 1, but we need only look at…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 29 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Needs to ramp up before practicing

    Head coach Ron Rivera said Gibson (hamstring) was held out of practice Wednesday due to "an abundance of caution," with the Commanders planning to ramp up his workload on the side field before he joins his teammates for drills, Matthew Paras of The Washington Times reports.

    Analysis: Gibson injured his hamstring at OTAs and missed some of the later sessions. His absence from early training camp practices leaves more reps for passing-down specialist J.D. McKissic, third-round pick Brian Robinson and second-year pro Jaret Patterson. The Commanders may be extra cautious after last year's experience with Curtis Samuel picking up a soft-tissue injury during the offseason.

    Published: Wed, Jul 27 at 7:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Opens training camp on side field

    Gibson (hamstring) was spotted working out on a side field Wednesday during the first day of Washington's veteran training camp, Pete Hailey of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Gibson may still be nursing the hamstring injury which caused him to miss a bit of time during OTAs, an issue which coach Ron Rivera downplayed at the time. The Commanders aren't yet practicing in pads, so it's too early to raise any alarms, but Gibson's status will warrant monitoring as training camp continues. In the meantime, rookie third-round pick Brian Robinson could continue to see an uptick of first-team reps.

    Published: Wed, Jul 27 at 6:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up minor hamstring injury

    Gibson suffered a minor hamstring injury during OTAs on Wednesday, Pete Hailey of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Ron Rivera used the word "slightly" to downplay the severity of Gibson's hamstring issue, so there's not yet any reason for significant worry about the possibility of the running back missing any portion of mandatory minicamp. Of course, considering the delicate nature of hamstring injuries, the Commanders will likely refrain from rushing Gibson back out on the field. In the meantime, rookie third-round pick Brian Robinson could benefit from increased reps with the first-team offense.

    Published: Wed, Jun 8 at 8:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Competition for carries increases

    Coach Ron Rivera said Thursday he hopes Gibson and rookie third-round pick Brian Robinson will operate as a "potential 1-2 punch," Grant Paulsen of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Rivera likened the new backfield tandem of Gibson and Robinson to Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams, who operated as a formidable duo during his time as the Panthers' head coach. Gibson was already primed have his receiving upside limited by pass-catching complement J.D. McKissic, who opted to stick around in Washington, and it now looks like he isn't a complete lock to dominate the bulk of work between the tackles. While Gibson remains entrenched atop the depth chart, having rushed for…read more

    Published: Thu, May 5 at 9:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Spectacular finish to season

    Gibson rushed 21 times for 146 yards and a touchdown and brought in one of three targets for five yards in Washington's 22-7 win over the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: The second-year back topped off the campaign with a spectacular showing, putting himself comfortably over the 1,000-yard mark in the process. Gibson was one of the few bright spots during a profoundly disappointing second half for Washington, as he gained 88 yards or more on the ground in three of the last six contests. If the Football Team upgrades at quarterback via free agency, trade or the draft, Gibson could be in line for a true breakout 2022 while operating in what would be a more…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 18

    Gibson (hip) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Giants, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: It is possible Washington scales back his workload in a game without playoff implications, especially after Jaret Patterson's solid showing last week when Gibson was on the COVID list, but it's also possible the second-year pro simply returns to his usual dominance of the rushing workload. Whatever the case, Gibson will be out there this Sunday, presumably starting and working as the lead back in a matchup of disappointed division rivals. He's 109 rushing yards away from 1,000 on the year, and…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 7 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays limited Thursday

    Gibson (hip) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson tended to a hip injury during Week 17 prep before Washington placed him on the reserve/COVID-19 list last Friday, resulting in his first absence of the campaign this past Sunday against the Eagles. He made his way back to the active roster Wednesday, but his practice reps continued to be capped by the hip issue. Gibson has managed to play through the pain this season, and Friday's injury report could pave the way for him to suit up in Week 18. Even if it doesn't, though, he should have…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 6 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice with hip injury

    Gibson was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a hip injury, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has dealt with toe and hip injuries of late after playing through a shin stress fracture for most of the season, but his only absence of the campaign came in the Week 17 loss to Philadelphia after he was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Jaret Patterson stepped up with Gibson out last Sunday, taking 17 touches for 98 yards and a touchdown while playing 62 percent of snaps on offense. After being activated from the list earlier Wednesday, Gibson tentatively appears on track to play…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    Washington activated Gibson (hip) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.

    Analysis: Gibson can now return to team facilities and begin preparing for Washington's season finale Sunday against the Giants. Though he's overcome his bout with the virus, Gibson's lingering hip injury could still complicate his Week 18 availability, so his participation in practices Wednesday through Friday will need to be monitored closely. The Football Team also has rookie Jaret Patterson available, after he served as the lead back in the Week 17 loss to the Eagles while Gibson was out of the…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains on COVID list

    Gibson (hip) remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles, per Field Yates of ESPN and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

    Analysis: Washington made multiple roster moves Saturday, but Gibson wasn't activated by the team in advance of Week 17 action. Until the running back, who is also dealing with a hip issue, clears the NFL's COVID protocols, Jaret Patterson is poised to serve as Washington's lead option on the ground, with Jonathan Williams also factoring into the team's backfield mix as well as Wendell Smallwood.

    Published: Sat, Jan 1 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes on COVID list, likely out Sunday

    Washington placed Gibson (hip) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday.

    Analysis: According to John Keim of ESPN.com, Gibson is vaccinated, which means he was placed on the list as a result of testing positive. He'll theoretically have a chance to play Sunday against the Eagles if he can test out of the protocol in rapid fashion, though the timing of his placement on the list makes that highly unlikely. With that in mind, Jaret Patterson could be in line to serve as Washington's lead option on the ground Week 17, with Jonathan Williams also factoring into the backfield mix.

    Published: Fri, Dec 31 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing from practice

    Gibson (hip) wasn't present for Thursday's practice and is set to be listed as a non-participant on Washington's official report, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: After aggravating a turf toe injury, Gibson was viewed as a game-time decision leading up to last week's matchup with the Cowboys, but he proceeded to suit up and played just 35 percent of the offensive snaps -- his second-lowest share of the season -- in Washington's 56-14 loss. The blowout was believed to be the root cause of Gibson's limited workload, but the fact that he's being listed on the Week 17 injury report with a hip issue suggests that the new health concern either contributed to…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 30 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bothered by hip now

    Gibson was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a hip injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson dealt with a shin fracture for most of the season and more recently a toe injury, but it's the hip issue that has him listed as limited to begin Week 17. He'll more than likely give it a go this Sunday against the Eagles following a limited workload in the Week 16 blowout loss to Dallas. Gibson was one of the few bright spots for Washington during a brutal first half, but he barely played over the final two quarters while the game was well out of reach.

    Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores on eight touches

    Gibson rushed six times for 29 yards and caught two of four targets for 29 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 56-14 blowout loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Gibson is one of Washington's top producers, and he proved that by scoring one of just two scores his team could muster in a crushing divisional loss. The sinking Football Team hasn't been able to provide positive game scripts for its starting running back, resulting in an average of 31.3 rushing yards over his last three games. However, Gibson has managed to keep his fantasy value afloat with two scores over the last two weeks. Next week's opponent, the Philadelphia Eagles, aren't world…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Sunday

    Gibson (toe) is active for Sunday's game at Dallas.

    Analysis: Clearly, Gibson was held out of practice this week due to the toe injury he picked up Tuesday in Philadelphia for maintenance-related purposes. Now that he's confirmed to be available to the offense, he's poised for his typical 14.7 touches per game, though Jaret Patterson, Jonathan Williams and Wendell Smallwood are available for any RB reps that linger.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-time call Sunday night

    Gibson (toe) is a game-time decision for Sunday night's game against the Cowboys, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Though Gibson didn't practice this past week due to a toe injury, Rapoport suggests that there's some optimism the running back could be able to give it a go. Given that Washington kicks off at 8:20 ET on Sunday, ideally those considering Gibson in Week 16 lineups would have alternatives available. Options include running backs from Dallas, Miami, New Orleans and those behind Gibson on Washington's depth chart, starting with Jaret Patterson.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 4:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes questionable tag into Week 16

    Washington lists Gibson (toe) as questionable for Sunday's game in Dallas, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After logging 21 touches for 65 yards from scrimmage in Tuesday's loss to the Eagles, Gibson didn't log any practice activity Wednesday through Friday while nursing the toe injury he sustained Week 15. Per Matthew Paras of The Washington Times, head coach Ron Rivera said Gibson is dealing with an injury similar to the turf toe issue the running back dealt with in 2020, which sidelined him for a pair of games. Washington remains hopeful that Gibson will be ready to go by the time Sunday arrives,…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out second straight practice

    Gibson (toe) didn't participate in Thursday's walk-through practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has been playing through a stress fracture in his shin for most of the season, but it's a toe injury that has kept him off the field for Washington's first two practices of Week 16. The 23-year-old appeared to pick up the injury during Tuesday's 27-17 loss to the Eagles, but he was able to check back into the contest and compiled 65 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 21 touches (15 carries, six receptions). Washington may just be exercising some extra caution with Gibson with the…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as non-participant Wednesday

    Gibson was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report due to a toe injury, Matthew Paras of The Washington Times reports.

    Analysis: Gibson made a brief exit from Tuesday's loss at Philadelphia and played sporadically after his return to the game, finishing with 21 touches for 65 yards and one rushing touchdown. Meanwhile, reserve running backs Jaret Patterson and Jonathan Williams combined for five carries, 25 yards and one score. With a short week to prepare for Sunday's game in Dallas, Washington didn't hold a practice Wednesday, so Gibson's status could be clarified further once the team logs some on-field work Thursday…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners 21 total touches in loss

    Gibson rushed 15 times for 26 yards and a touchdown and brought in six of seven targets for 39 yards in Washington's 27-17 loss to the Eagles on Tuesday night.

    Analysis: Gibson overcame a minor toe injury early in the contest to log a solid workload, but there was little running room to be had against a surprisingly stout Eagles front. However, the second-year back did make a sizable impact through the air, pacing the team in receptions in the process. Gibson may have a more favorable matchup as a rusher in a Week 16 road battle against the Cowboys on Sunday night.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 8:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from toe issue

    Gibson (toe) returned to Tuesday's game against the Eagles, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was deemed questionable to return after picking up the toe injury during the first quarter, but he was able to retake the field without missing too much time. He'll continue to lead Washington's backfield as long as he remains healthy.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with toe injury

    Gibson exited during the first quarter of Tuesday's game against the Eagles with a toe injury.

    Analysis: Gibson carried seven times for 20 yards and had two receptions for 25 yards during the first quarter before exiting with the injury. Jaret Patterson and Jonathan Williams should split the backfield work for Washington while Gibson is sidelined.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Washington-Eagles moved to Tuesday

    Gibson and Washington will no longer play the Eagles on Sunday, after the NFL officially rescheduled the matchup between the two teams for Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET.

    Analysis: Due to ongoing COVID-19-related issues within Washington's organization, the NFL is hopeful that by delaying the game two days, the Football Team will restore enough players from the reserve/COVID-19 list to alleviate depth concerns on the roster. Assuming the game is held Tuesday as expected, Gibson could be on track to fill a three-down workhorse role out of the Washington backfield, as pass-catching specialist J.D. McKissic hadn't resumed practicing as of Thursday and may not be on track to…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Loses fumble

    Gibson ran for 36 yards on 10 carries and lost a fumble against Dallas on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gibson is capable of breezing past 20 carries in close games or ones where Washington has the lead, but Sunday, the Football Team was only able to get within striking distance in the fourth quarter. Gibson's opportunity level dwindled as a result, leaving him with his lowest carry count since Week 8. Gibson also lost his fourth fumble of the season Sunday, certainly a worrisome trend. His first opportunity to bounce back comes on the road against the Eagles in Week 15.

    Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three-down role likely on tap

    Gibson could be in line to fill a three-down featured role out of the Washington backfield Sunday against Dallas with J.D. McKissic (concussion) inactive again.

    Analysis: While McKissic was sidelined in last week's win over Las Vegas, Gibson saw a big uptick in passing-down work. After playing no more than 20 percent of Washington's third downs in the team's first 11 games, Gibson was on the field for 57 percent of those scenarios Week 13, which helped him draw six targets, good for a 20 percent share of quarterback Taylor Heinicke's pass attempts on the day. Gibson accompanied the added pass-catching work with his typical high volume on the ground (23 carries…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 scrimmage yards Sunday

    Gibson carried the ball 23 times for 88 yards and caught five of six targets for 23 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-15 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: He was the only Washington player to reach even 50 scrimmage yards on the day, and he capped his performance with a four-yard TD catch early in the fourth quarter. Gibson has piled up 358 rushing yards, 72 receiving yards and three total touchdowns in four games since Washington's bye, giving him plenty of momentum heading into a Week 14 clash with the Cowboys.

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 8:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Gibson (shin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Las Vegas, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson's practice reps remain limited due to a stress fracture, but he hasn't missed a game all season and has turned in three contests in a row with 19-plus carries since Washington's Week 9 bye. He now has a chance to add some extra snaps (and targets) to his ledger, with J.D. McKissic (concussion) out for at least one game and possibly more. The other options to fill McKissic's snaps are rookie Jaret Patterson and practice-squad player Wendell Smallwood.

    Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again in practice

    Gibson (shin) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Limited reps in practice have been the norm for Gibson for most of the season while he manages a stress fracture of his shin, but his availability for Sunday's game against the Raiders doesn't appear to be in any peril. Since Washington's Week 9 bye, Gibson is averaging 24 carries and three targets per contest, suggesting the Football Team is comfortable with his health at this stage. Gibson could be primed for even more work in the passing game this weekend, as pass-catching specialist J.D.…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice, per usual

    Gibson (shin) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson continues to log limited practices while playing through a stress fracture of his shin, but it hasn't prevented him from taking on a sizable workload of late. Over each of the past three games, Gibson has handled 19 or more carries, including a 36-touch effort with 146 total yards in Mondays 17-15 win over Seattle. Matching that sort of volume is a tall task, but Gibson could take on another larger-than-usual snap share Sunday in Las Vegas, as passing-down back J.D. McKissic missed…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big workload in win

    Gibson rushed 29 times for 111 yards and caught all seven of his targets for 35 yards in Monday night's 17-15 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Gibson saw backup J.D. McKissic score both of Washington's touchdowns, but he was the workhorse who strengthened over the course of the game. Along with leading his team in receptions, Gibson garnered a career high in carries, helping Washington dominate possession. With a season best in scrimmage yards to boot, it was a strong showing from the tailback, who will now turn his attention toward Week 13's matchup versus the Raiders.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 8:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids injury designation

    Gibson (shin) doesn't have an injury designation for Monday's game against the Seahawks, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson continues to be limited at practice while playing through a stress fracture in his shin, but once again it won't affect his availability on game day. The 23-year-old carried 19 times for 95 yards last week, but he played only 48 percent of the offensive snaps while also losing a fumble. Jaret Patterson could receive more of a look if Gibson has further issues with ball security versus Seattle.

    Published: Sat, Nov 27 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice, per usual

    Gibson (shin) was a limited participant in Friday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: This has been the norm since October with Gibson playing through a stress fracture in his shin. He should be fine for his usual role as Washington's lead runner Monday night against Seattle, though rookie Jaret Patterson has mixed in a bit more recently, including during the second quarter of last week's win over Carolina after Gibson lost a fumble.

    Published: Fri, Nov 26 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Opens week with limited listing

    Gibson (shin) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report.

    Analysis: This has been Gibson's reality for a good chunk of the campaign, but he's continued to garner a majority share of the backfield reps on a weekly basis, averaging 17.3 touches per game. Assuming he completes Week 12 prep without a designation as he usually does, he should approach a similar workload Monday against the Seahawks.

    Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fumbles in win

    Gibson rushed 19 times for 95 yards but lost a fumble in Sunday's 27-21 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Gibson got it going on the ground in the second half after rushing just five times for 19 yards prior to halftime. However, Gibson's improvement only came after he coughed the ball up in the red zone during the first quarter. The tailback also wasn't targeted for the first time this season, further restricting his output. Although Sunday still marked his highest rushing total of the campaign, Gibson's overall performance could've been slightly better without his fumble and with some…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Sunday

    Gibson (shin) was removed from Washington's injury report for Sunday's game at Carolina, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson continues to play through a stress fracture in his shin, and it appears a Week 9 bye may have done him some good, as he managed 26 touches and 63 percent snap share in his team's Week 10 win over Tampa Bay following three straight games with 16 of fewer touches on 42 percent or less of snaps. Game script/context was also a big factor, with J.D. McKissic getting more playing time throughout an ugly October where Washington repeatedly faced deficits. While Gibson's playing time and the…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Thursday

    Gibson (shin) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Matthew Paras of The Washington Times reports.

    Analysis: Such is Gibson's situation in his second NFL season as he plays through a stress fracture in his shin. He's continued to serve as Washington's No. 1 running back, which has amounted to 17.1 touches for 73.8 yards from scrimmage per game and six TDs in nine contests. Meanwhile, No. 2 RB J.D. McKissic has managed 7.9 touches per game despite being healthier than Gibson on a weekly basis. As such, Gibson is the top option out of this backfield as long as he's able to suit up on game days.

    Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 11:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited at practice

    Gibson (shin) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Playing through a shin stress fracture since Week 4, Gibson came out of the team's recent bye and logged his second-high snap share (61 percent) of the season en route to 24 carries for 64 yards and two touchdowns to go with two catches (on two targets) for 14 yards. The efficiency wasn't there, but he outproduced backup running back J.D. McKissic by a wide margin (26 versus six touches). As such, Gibson is the preferred Washington back, even though he'll continue to operate under practice…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two-touchdown showing in win

    Gibson rushed 24 times for 64 yards and two touchdowns and brought in both targets for 14 yards in Washington's 29-19 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gibson put an exclamation point on Washington's upset win against the defending champs with his second one-yard touchdown of the contest. The score capped off a 19-play, 80-yard march that absorbed 10:26 of the fourth quarter and saw Gibson log a whopping nine carries. Gibson's multi-score tally was his second of the season, but he'll have a significant roadblock in trying to replicate it against a stingy Panthers defense in Week 11.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Gibson (shin) has no injury designation for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson will continue to play through a shin fracture and work as Washington's lead runner, but he did run into trouble before the Week 9 bye, finishing three straight games with no touchdowns and less than 60 total yards while playing no more than 42 percent of offensive snaps. That, after playing at least 55 percent of snaps in Washington's first five games, with 432 total yards and four TDs. Part of it seems to be the shin injury, and part of it is J.D. McKissic getting more playing time with…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited showing

    Gibson (shin) was limited at practice Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Washington continues to manage the stress fracture in Gibson's shin, which contained him to between 31 and 56 percent of the offensive snaps in the five contests before the team's Week 9 bye. He still was productive during that span, averaging 15.4 touches for 60.2 yards from scrimmage per game while scoring three touchdowns. Though he's been limited for the team's first two practices of Week 10, Gibson told Peter Hailey of NBC Sports Washington on Wednesday that he's feeling better physically…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited after bye

    Gibson (shin) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson played through a stress fracture in his shin in each of Washington's five games before a Week 9 bye, racking up 77 touches for 301 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns. In the same time span, change-of-pace back J.D. McKissic totaled a 50-325-1 line, respectively. Gibson appears to be operating under similar practice limitations from before the midseason respite, so his status should continue to be watched to ensure he's out there on game days.

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shares load in Sunday's loss

    Gibson carried the ball eight times for 34 yards and caught all three of his targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: His 11 touches exactly matched both J.D. McKissic (three carries, eight catches) and rookie Jaret Patterson (11 carries), with McKissic significantly out-producing both his backfield mates. While Gibson was cleared off the injury report prior to Sunday's game, Washington's treatment of the second-year back was a clear sign he isn't 100 percent, but he'll get some extra time to heal up during a Week 9 bye.

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Sunday

    Gibson (shin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Denver, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson will continue playing through his stress fracture and figures to continue dominating Washington's rushing volume, but he has lost a few more snaps to pass-catching specialist J.D. McKissic in recent weeks, in part because Washington regularly has been chasing deficits. While the shin injury also may be a factor, Gibson still has 12 or more touches in every game this season.

    Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 10:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing again Friday

    Gibson (shin) is participating at Friday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has practiced as a limited participant this week due to the shin issue, and it appears he'll at least be working in that capacity again Friday. The 23-year-old played after being considered questionable for last week's loss to the Packers, though he saw action on only 41 percent of the offensive snaps. He still had 16 touches in the contest, but it's clear the hairline fracture in his shin is a limiting factor. Gibson appears on track to play Sunday at Denver, but he could continue to…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Thursday

    Gibson (shin) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Washington continues to place a cap on Gibson's practice reps, but the limitations haven't impacted his ability to play through a stress fracture in his shin over the last four games. During that stretch, he's combined for 66 touches for 247 yards from scrimmage and three TDs, while No. 2 running back J.D. McKissic concurrently earned 39 touches for 99 total yards and one score. Clearly, Gibson is the top back in an offense beset by injuries, making him a must play on a weekly basis.

    Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again by shin injury

    Gibson (shin) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has managed to play through a hairline fracture in his shin for four consecutive outings, during which he's combined for 58 carries for 218 yards and three touchdowns to go with eight catches (on nine targets) for 29 yards. J.D. McKissic, Gibson's backfield mate, has actually out-snapped the latter over the last two contests, but he's only accounted for 39 touches for 232 yards from scrimmage and one score during that same four-game stretch. Considering Gibson was again limited…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 11:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet on 14 carries

    Gibson ran for 51 yards on 14 carries against Green Bay on Sunday while catching two passes on two targets for five yards.

    Analysis: Gibson continues to play through a hairline shin fracture that appears to be hindering him as a runner, and his sluggish 2021 rushing production to this point seems to support that idea. Through seven games, Gibson has 408 yards and three touchdowns on 103 carries, leaving him with an average of 4.0 yards per carry and just one 20-yard carry after producing five carries of 20-plus yards at 4.7 yards per carry over 170 attempts in 2020. Washington has a bye week in Week 9, but first it has to go…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 7

    Gibson (shin) is active for Sunday's game against the Packers.

    Analysis: Gibson has been tending to a hairline fracture of his shin for a few weeks now, but the injury has yet to force him to miss any time. That said, Gibson's efficiency has nosedived over the last month, with the running back averaging just 3.5 yards per carry over Washington's past four games. Washington will enter Sunday's game as a heavy underdog, and if the Packers are able to establish an early lead and force the Football Team into catchup mode, Gibson's opportunities as a ball carrier could…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play in Week 7

    Gibson (shin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Schefter relays that the running back spent the early part of the season playing with a hairline fracture in his shin, an injury Ben Standig of The Athletic reports that Gibson previously described as a stress fracture. Regardless, Gibson has displayed improvement of late and is feeling better as Week 7 action approaches. While Schefter notes that Gibson continues to deal with a bone bruise in his shin area, the 23-year-old -- who has played in all six of his team's games to date -- is…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 5:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expects to play

    Gibson (shin), though listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, said Friday that he's confident he'll play this weekend, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The running back acknowledged suffering a painful aggravation of his injury last weekend, but he said it didn't affect his play once he returned to the field against Kansas City. He now plans to tough it out for what will be at least a fourth straight week playing through a stress fracture, though it's possible J.D. McKissic gets more work if Gibson runs into trouble again. Fantasy managers should check back in before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, as it's possible the team views Gibson as a…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Gibson (shin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Green Bay, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson aggravated the stress fracture in his shin during last week's loss to the Chiefs, though game script may have been the larger factor in his season-low 40 percent snap share. His missed practice Wednesday was another potential sign of trouble, but Gibson then bounced back with limited participation Thursday and Friday, seemingly preparing to play through the injury again. Fantasy managers should nonetheless consider him questionable ahead of Washington's 1 p.m. ET kickoff in Green Bay…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Working at Friday's practice

    Gibson (shin) is going through positional drills during Friday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson sat out Wednesday's practice but returned as a limited participant Thursday, and it appears he's working in that capacity again Friday, at a minimum. The 23-year-old may not be able to avoid an injury designation for Sunday's matchup with the Packers, but he appears on track to play even if he officially ends up listed as questionable.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in limited work Thursday

    Gibson (shin) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday's session, Gibson has begun a slow ramp-up as Washington prepares for Sunday's visit to Green Bay. It's a positive sign for the running back, who has been playing through a stress fracture in his shin since Week 4. Gibson's offensive snap share suffered this past Sunday against the Chiefs -- a season-low 40 percent -- but he still had 12 touches, while J.D. McKissic had 16 on the other 60 percent.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to field Thursday

    Gibson (shin) was spotted participating in position drills Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: It remains to be seen how the team lists Gibson's participation level, but his presence at practice Thursday, in any capacity, is a step in the right direction for the running back after he sat out Wednesday's session. Though Gibson has been dealing with what's been described as as a stress fracture in his shin since Week 4, he's been able to suit up for Washington's three games since then.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Gibson (shin) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson has been dealing with what's been termed as a stress fracture in his shin since Week 4, but he's subsequently played three straight games on his way to 50 touches for 191 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns. His practice limitations are likely precautionary, and he'll still have two practices to prove his health ahead of Sunday's visit to Green Bay.

    Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes MRI

    Coach Ron Rivera said Monday that Gibson (calf) underwent an MRI, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson sustained a calf injury late in Sunday's Week 6 loss to Kansas City, and the results of his exam should help determine the extent of the issue. The 23-year-old rushed 10 times for 44 yards while hauling in two of three targets for no yards prior to his exit Sunday, and J.D. McKissic is in line for additional work if Gibson is forced to miss time.

    Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts calf Sunday

    Gibson injured his calf during Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was examined for a shin injury early in the contest but was able to return to action. Now, he's again being looked at by Washington trainers, only this time a calf issue is to blame. If he's unable to get back on the field, Gibson will finish Week 6 with 12 touches for 44 total yards. In Gibson's stead, J.D. McKissic will be the prime beneficiary, though undrafted rookie Jaret Patterson could get some run, too.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Week 6

    Gibson (shin) is active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Gibson never practiced fully this week while he continues to battle a stress fracture in his shin, but Washington hasn't suggested his workload will be limited on account of the injury. While appearing on injury reports the past two weeks on account of the same issue, Gibson has averaged 17 touches between games against the Falcons and Saints.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday

    Gibson (shin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: For the third week in a row, Gibson is questionable with a shin fracture, but he's expected to once agin play through the injury. Still, fantasy managers will want to ensure he avoids Washington's inactive list, which will be released approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Sat, Oct 16 at 11:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status changed to questionable

    Gibson (shin) is now listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Kansas City, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The final injury report apparently wasn't quite final, with the team updating it after about 20 minutes to list Gibson as questionable rather than with no designation. He's nonetheless expected to continue playing through a shin fracture, just as he did the past two weeks when listed as questionable. Still, cautious fantasy managers should check back in to be safe when Washington releases its inactive list at 11:30 a.m. ET this Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play

    Gibson (shin) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Kansas City, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: He'll continue playing through a hairline fracture, having said himself that the injury isn't really bothering him, though it has limited his practice participation in recent weeks. Gibson took 34 carries for 123 yards and three touchdowns over his past two games, and he could be the clear centerpiece of Washington's offense come Sunday if WR Terry McLaurin (Q/hamstring) is absent or limited. The Chiefs rank bottom five in most efficiency metrics for both pass defense and run defense.

    Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moves to limited practice Thursday

    Gibson (shin) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson showed up on the injury report ahead of Washington's Week 4 road trip to Atlanta with what he later revealed to be a stress fracture in his shin. In the meantime, his practice reps have been capped to make sure he's available for game day, as offensive coordinator Scott Turner revealed Thursday. "He's good. He's not limited. We take care of him during the week, and we make sure he's ready to go, but as of now, once Sunday hits he's ready to go," Turner told John Keim of ESPN.com on…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 14 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of practice again

    Gibson (shin) isn't practicing Wednesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson revealed last week that he's been playing through a hairline fracture in his shin, noting that the injury isn't especially painful. His workload hasn't been affectd thus far, though Gibson still cedes work on obvious passing downs to backfield mate J.D. McKissic. In terms of his rushing workload, Gibson has put up lines of 14 carries for 63 yards and a touchdown against Atlanta and 20 carries for 60 yards and two scores versus New Orleans in the two games since he was first listed as…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Carries offense in loss

    Gibson rushed for 60 yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries in Sunday's 33-22 loss to the Saints. He also caught both his targets for 12 yards.

    Analysis: The running back dealt with a stress fracture in his shin throughout the week in practice, but Gibson still handled his usual workload and scored Washington's only two TDs of the day, punching the ball home from five yards out in the second quarter and from the one-yard line in the fourth. Assuming he's able to keep playing through his injury, Gibson could be poised for another big performance in Week 6 against a soft Kansas City run defense.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to suit up Sunday

    Gibson (shin) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't practice fully at any point this week while tending to a stress fracture in his shin, but the injury ultimately won't keep him off the field Sunday. Gibson has been able to play through the issue so far this season, and Washington hasn't provided any indication that the running back's Week 5 workload will be affected as a result. Gibson has logged between 56 and 67 percent of offensive snaps in each of Washington's first four games, averaging 14.7 carries and 2.8 targets per…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play in Week 5

    Gibson (shin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Per Sam Fortier of The Washington Post, Gibson, who was limited at practice Thursday and Friday, is dealing with a stress fracture in his shin. The injury has been something the running back has been able to play through so far this season, so assuming he incurs no pregame setbacks, Gibson is on track to suit up Week 5. Official confirmation on his status arrive when Washington releases its inactive list approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 4:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing through stress fracture

    Gibson, who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against New Orleans, revealed Friday that he's been playing through a stress fracture in his shin, noting that it doesn't hurt badly and doesn't seem too serious, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Between his comments Friday, the fact he played last week and his limited practice participation Thursday and Friday, the young running back appears well on his way to suiting up this Sunday. However, the revelation about a stress fracture adds to concern about his chances of staying on the field throughout the season, not to mention the possibility of an in-game aggravation in the coming weeks. Gibson picked up 16 touches and handled a 55-percent snap share in a close win over the Falcons in…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Gibson (shin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against New Orleans, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson played through the same shin issue last Sunday following a mid-week addition to the injury report, taking 14 carries for 63 yards and a touchdown while playing 55 percent of the snaps in a 34-30 win over the Falcons. He'll likely play again this weekend, but fantasy managers should still check in Sunday to make sure Gibson isn't on the inactive list ahead of the game's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. He gets a tough matchup against a Saints defense that has allowed just 3.1 yards per carry to date.

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Increases activity Thursday

    Gibson (shin) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson is following his practice regimen from a week ago, only a day earlier each time, by following up Wednesday's DNP with limited work Thursday. He seems to be trending in the right direction for Sunday's game against the Saints, while backfield mate J.D. McKissic (ankle) bumped up from limited to full in the first two sessions of Week 5 prep. Friday's injury report will be telling for Gibson's availability and potential to play.

    Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Gibson was held out of Wednesday's practice due to a shin injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson experienced some restrictions last week, when he missed practice Thursday before turning in a limited practice Friday. He eventually was active this past Sunday in Atlanta, turning 16 touches into 75 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown on a 56 percent share of the offensive snaps. Meanwhile, J.D. McKissic received a season-high 12 touches for 59 total yards and the game-winning score while handling a 40-percent snap share. There's been no indication Gibson is in danger of sitting out…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in Week 4 win

    Gibson (shin) rushed 14 times for 63 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 34-30 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't seem limited by the shin injury that cropped up late in the week, as he got 14 of Washington's 23 rushing attempts by running backs. He scored his first rushing touchdown of the season from two yards out in the second quarter. Talks of a three-down role for Gibson have fizzled out with J.D. McKissic -- who caught the game-winning touchdown in the final minute -- cementing himself as the team's third-down back of choice, but the second-year pro out of Memphis still sees plenty of…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Week 4

    Gibson (shin) is listed as active Sunday at Atlanta.

    Analysis: Gibson didn't appear on Washington's injury report until Thursday, when he was absent due to a shin injury. He returned in a limited capacity to wrap up Week 4 prep, and while he was listed as questionable for Sunday's contest, the Football Team seemed to forecast his availability when he traveled with his teammates to Atlanta on Saturday. Now that he's got through pregame warmups unscathed, Gibson is poised for his leading share of the backfield work, which so far has translated to 17 touches…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to play

    Gibson (shin), who is listed as questionable, is likely to play in Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the Falcons barring a pregame setback, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Gibson popped up on the injury report Thursday and didn't participate in practice. However, he took part in position drills Friday and traveled to Atlanta with the team. That seemingly puts Gibson on track to play, and he'll hope to see a boost in involvement in the offense after drawing only 15 and 13 touches in Washington's last two games, respectively. Final confirmation of Gibson's status will come shortly before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Sat, Oct 2 at 8:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Travels with team to Atlanta

    Gibson (shin), who is listed as questionable, traveled with the team ahead of Sunday's game against the Falcons, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Perhaps more crucially, Washington chose not to elevate anyone from the practice squad, according to Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post, which would also indicate Gibson will be available for what figures to be a juicy matchup against the vulnerable Falcons defense. Fantasy managers will want to check his status ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff for confirmation, but at least as of now, Gibson's playing-time status appears to be trending in the right direction.

    Published: Sat, Oct 2 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed questionable

    Gibson (shin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Atlanta, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: After missing practice Thursday, the running back was spotted going through position drills Friday morning. Gibson was listed as a limited participant, per Ben Standig of The Athletic, and thus may need to be treated as a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Washington's weekend transactions may provide a hint, considering J.D. McKissic and Jaret Patterson were the only other RBs on the 53-man roster for Friday's practice. If there's real concern about Gibson's injury, the…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice Friday

    Gibson (shin) is taking part in position drills during the early portion of Friday's practice, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 23-year-old was added to Washington's injury report as a non-participant Thursday due to the shin injury, but he's back on the field Friday and is at least practicing in a limited fashion. Gibson should have a solid chance to suit up Sunday in Atlanta, though it's unclear if he'll be able to avoid a Week 4 injury designation completely.

    Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Thursday

    Gibson (shin) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson is making a sudden appearance on Washington's injury report after avoiding it entirely Wednesday. Previously, he tended to a shoulder issue during preparation for Weeks 2 and 3, but a shin concern is hindering Gibson this time around. Perhaps the second-year pro merely received a maintenance day Thursday, but the team will have a chance to clarify his status before Sunday's game in Atlanta. Behind Gibson, pass-catching RB J.D. McKissic is next up on the depth chart, Jaret Patterson is…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 30 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Explodes for TD reception in loss

    Gibson rushed 12 times for just 31 yards but brought in one of two targets for a 73-yard touchdown in Washington's 43-21 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gibson's lackluster day on the ground was offset by his touchdown reception, a second-quarter play on which the speedy running back flashed his explosiveness by taking a screen pass and outrunning multiple Bills defenders to the end zone. His rushing yardage tally was a disappointment after he'd combined for 159 yards on the ground over the first two games, but he'll look to capitalize on a potentially favorable Week 4 road matchup versus the Falcons.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Gibson (shoulder) will play Sunday against the Bills.

    Analysis: GIbson enters the game with no injury designation after logging full practices Thursday and Friday. He's still searching for his first touchdown of the season, but with 33 carries and seven targets on 62.7 percent snap share, his role does appear to have grown at least slightly compared to last year.

    Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to play Sunday

    Gibson (shoulder) was estimated as a full participant for Friday's practice and is expected to play Sunday at Buffalo, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 23-year-old was a limited participant at practice to start the week, but he should be able to avoid an injury designation for Sunday after being listed with no limitations the past two days. Gibson has 33 carries for 159 yards and five catches for 22 yards through the first two games of the season, and he's still looking for his first touchdown after notching 11 scores in 2020.

    Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 7:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks good for Week 3

    Gibson (shoulder) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Washington limited Gibson's reps Wednesday in the team's first session of Week 3, but his ability to upgrade to full activity Thursday suggests his shoulder won't be an issue heading into Sunday's game in Buffalo. Gibson took more of a back seat to J.D. McKissic in the passing game during the Football Team's Week 2 win over the Giants, but the former has still enjoyed solid workloads through the first two contests. He's earned 38 touches (33 carries, five receptions) in total, racking up 181…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 23 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by shoulder Wednesday

    Gibson (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Through two games, Gibson ranks 18th in offensive snap share among NFL running backs at 62.9 percent, which has translated to 33 carries for 159 yards (4.8 YPC) and five catches (on seven targets) for 22 yards. Meanwhile, J.D. McKissic (40.3 percent) has totaled 10 touches for 101 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown. With a capped session under his belt to kick off Week 3, Gibson doesn't seem in danger of missing time, but his status nonetheless bears watching as the week goes on.

    Published: Wed, Sep 22 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient on ground in win

    Gibson rushed 13 times for 69 yards and brought in both targets for four yards in Washington's 30-29 win over the Giants on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Gibson's rushing opportunities were ultimately capped partly by game script despite the favorable matchup, as backfield mate J.D. McKissic ended up seeing quite a bit of work in a frenetic fourth quarter. Gibson still turned in a second straight efficient rushing performance to open the 2021 campaign, giving him 159 yards on 33 carries over his first pair of contests. He also remained involved as a receiver to a modest extent and will look to bump his workload on the ground back up in a Week 3…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 16 at 9:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Tuesday

    Gibson (shoulder) was a full participant during Tuesday's practice session, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson's progression from limited to full after just one session clears the way for him to play in Thursday's contest against the Giants. The second-year back got off to a solid start in the season opener versus the Chargers, rushing 20 times for 90 yards while reeling in three of his five targets for another 18 yards. He should be in line to head the Washington backfield again this week.

    Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to start week

    Gibson (shoulder) was listed as limited on Washington's practice estimate Monday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson had his shoulder examined by the training staff during the season opener against the Chargers but stayed in the game. His status for Thursday's game against the Giants isn't in danger, barring any setbacks, but Gibson's practice participation still will be worth monitoring throughout the short week.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 108 yards in loss

    Gibson carried the ball 20 times for 90 yards and caught three of his five targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Chargers. He also fumbled.

    Analysis: Perhaps more crucial than Gibson's final yardage total was the fact he commanded a three-down role, seeing more targets than J.D. McKissic (one) while out-carrying the combo of McKissic and Jaret Patterson by a whopping 20-to-3 margin. It certainly helps that the second-year back looked good with the extra usage, bursting through the line of scrimmage on a number of occasions. The offense may need to rely more heavily on Gibson in the coming weeks after starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick was…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles nine touches

    Gibson rushed the ball seven times for 28 yards and also recorded two receptions for 19 yards in Friday's preseason game against Cincinnati.

    Analysis: Gibson played in all four series with presumed starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, which equated to the entirety of the first quarter. Though he didn't find the end zone, Gibson did provide chunk gains of nine and seven yards on the ground as well as a 14-yard reception. Gibson has been in the news recently after Kyle Allen told the media that the team wants to use him in a Christian McCaffrey role this season. While it remains to be seen if Gibson can live up to that standard, it appears…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 9:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Feeling healthy again

    Gibson says he no longer feels lingering effects from last year's turf toe injury, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Two months ago, Gibson revealed that his toe still had some discomfort that required treatment, though nothing that was impacting his participation in practice. Even if his risk of re-injury remains somewhat heightened, this doesn't sound like a threat to Gibson's availability or workload at the beginning of the year. He's locked in as Washington's starting running back and lead runner, with potential to take more receiving work away from J.D. McKissic this year. Washington coach Ron Rivera…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 2 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Shines at OTAs despite toe issue

    Gibson (toe) hasn't shown any limitations during OTAs in June, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Running backs coach Randy Jordan and head coach Ron Rivera both had lofty praise for Gibson, with Jordan even using the term "night and day" to describe the running back's development since last year. However, it wasn't all good news coming out of OTAs, as Gibson revealed he's still receiving treatment for the toe injury that sidelined him for Weeks 14 and 15 of his rookie season. It sounds like a matter of maintenance rather than an acute issue, considering Gibson was a full participant in…read more

    Published: Mon, Jun 28 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still bothered by toe

    Gibson said Wednesday that he hasn't fully healed from the toe injury he suffered last season, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: After missing Weeks 14 and 15, the rookie returned for Weeks 16 and 17 and Washington's lone playoff contest, though he was limited to 185 total yards and zero touchdowns over the three-game stretch. Gibson didn't need surgery after the season, but it's apparently been a slow process working his way back from turf toe, as he still notices pain and discomfort at times. That said, Gibson has been practicing with teammates at OTAs, where he says he's been running and cutting at full speed. He also…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 2 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't need toe procedure

    Gibson indicated that he won't require an offseason procedure to address the toe issue he played through down the stretch this season, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson, who is currently listed on the Washington Football Team web site as 6-foot-2, 220 pounds, also noted that he hopes to slim down some this offseason, with an eye toward gaining more explosiveness as a runner. In 14 games this past season, the 2020 third-rounder carried 170 times for 795 yards and 11 TDs, while catching 36 of his 44 targets for 247 yards. Looking ahead, Gibson is slated to head his team's backfield from the get-go in 2021 and in that context, he should see increased…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 6:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in wild-card loss

    Gibson (toe) rushed 14 times for 31 yards and secured two of three targets for four yards in Washington's 31-23 wild-card loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night.

    Analysis: The rookie back was able to work through his toe issue as he had during the final two regular-season games, but he unsurprisingly found running room at a premium against the Buccaneers' No. 1-ranked rush defense. Despite missing two games to injury and splitting carries throughout the majority of the campaign, Gibson still finished his first pro season with a solid 4.7 yards per carry, 11 rushing touchdowns and 36 receptions over 14 regular-season games. He'll look to build on those numbers…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 9:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Saturday

    Gibson (toe) is active for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Buccaneers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: For a third consecutive contest, Gibson is playing through a turf toe injury. In the first two outings, he combined for 33 touches for 150 yards from scrimmage. That said, he hasn't reached the end zone since torching the Cowboys for three touchdowns back in Week 12.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for wild-card round

    Gibson (toe) is listed as questionable for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Buccaneers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson sat out Weeks 14 and 15 due to a turf toe injury, but he was able to cap the season with appearances in both of Washington's final two games of the campaign. Considering he took on 33 touches for 150 yards from scrimmage in those outings, he should be good to go this weekend, which will be confirmed approximately 90 minutes before Saturday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.

    Published: Thu, Jan 7 at 11:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking good for Saturday

    Gibson (toe) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson played through the toe injury the past two weeks, but he felt well enough to handle 20 touches and play 59 percent of the offensive snaps in Washington's victory over Philadelphia in the regular-season finale. He draws a tough matchup in the wild-card round, facing a Bucs defense that led the league in both rushing yards allowed (80.6 per game) and opponent yards per carry (3.6).

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets in work on side

    Gibson (toe) worked with the training staff on the side during Wednesday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson played through a turf toe injury Weeks 16 and 17, racking up 136 yards on 29 rushes and hauling in four of five targets for 14 yards. He didn't log any practice reps last week before suiting up for the regular-season finale against the Eagles, so he doesn't necessarily have to take part in drills this week to be cleared for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Buccaneers. Wednesday's injury report will reveal whether or not Gibson made an appearance on the practice field.

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as DNP

    Gibson (toe) was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's practice estimate, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson logged 37 of a possible 63 snaps on offense in this past Sunday's playoff-clinching win over the Eagles, en route to carrying 19 times for 75 yards. With no reported setbacks in that contest, it seems likely that Gibson's DNP listing Tuesday is indicative of him continuing to manage the toe issue that led to him being listed as questionable heading into Week 17 action.

    Published: Tue, Jan 5 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 75 yards in crucial win

    Gibson (toe) rushed 19 times for 75 yards and caught his lone target for six yards in Sunday's playoff-clinching win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Gibson concludes his rookie campaign with 795 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns on 170 carries (4.7 yards per tote) while catching 36 passes for 247 more yards. Washington unearthed a gem in the third round of this year's draft, and the breakout back let the world know with a monstrous three-touchdown showcase against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving. Gibson was already producing fantasy-worthy numbers prior to his explosion on national television, but his ascension to the top of the player rankings…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 11:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active Sunday

    Gibson (toe) is active for Sunday's game in Philadelphia, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Gibson is playing through a turf toe injury at the moment, which sidelined him Weeks 14 and 15 before he mustered 69 yards from scrimmage on 13 touches last Sunday against the Panthers. Washington can clinch the NFC East with a victory Sunday, so Gibson may attempt to increase the 30-percent share of the offensive snaps that he garnered Week 16.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to play Week 17

    Gibson (toe), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles, is expected to be "good to go" for the regular-season finale, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Gibson's availability won't be locked in until Washington releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the game's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, but the rookie looks like he'll be ready to go as the Football Team looks to punch its ticket to the postseason. After missing Weeks 14 and 15 while battling turf toe, Gibson returned to action for the Week 16 loss to Carolina, playing 21 snaps and carrying 10 times for 61 yards while hauling in three of four targets for eight yards. Gibson didn't practice in…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 5:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    GIbson (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: There were no reports that Gibson suffered a setback in his return to action in last week's loss to Carolina, but there will inevitably be some level of concern after he was held out of practice Wednesday through Friday. If he doesn't end up playing Sunday, Washington likely would split backfield work between J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber, as was the case Weeks 14 and 15.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not spotted Friday

    Gibson (toe) isn't participating in the media-access portion of Friday's practice, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson returned from a two-game absence for last week's loss to the Panthers, taking 13 touches for 69 yards while playing 30 percent of offensive snaps. The missed practice time might seem worrisome, but head coach Ron Rivera has said the rookie running backs is "fine," and offensive coordinator Scott Turner said Gibson's reduced snap share last week was a product of game script. Still, Gibson's status will bear monitoring when Washington releases its final injury report later Friday.

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 9:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another absence Thursday

    Gibson (toe) didn't practice Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: For a second consecutive session, Gibson logged a DNP as he manages a turf toe injury that sidelined him Weeks 14 and 15. Coach Ron Rivera alleviated concerns Thursday, stating Gibson is "fine" and Washington is allowing the running back to get as much rest as possible to be ready for game day, according to JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington. Considering Gibson churned out 69 yards from scrimmage on 13 touches this past Sunday against the Panthers, he should be good for at least that much work…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent for second straight practice

    Gibson (toe) wasn't spotted at practice Thursday and is slated to go down as a non-participant on Washington's official report, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After missing two games while battling turf toe, Gibson returned to action in the Week 16 loss to the Panthers, carrying 10 times for 61 yards and catching three passes for eight yards while playing 30 percent of Washington's offensive snaps. Though Washington didn't report that Gibson experience a setback in his return to action, his absence from two straight practices to begin Week 17 may indicate otherwise. Gibson will likely need to get back on the field in at least a limited capacity…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing practice to begin week

    Gibson (toe) didn't practice Wednesday, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Gibson is listed with the same toe injury that kept him out in Weeks 14 and 15. He then returned for Sunday's loss to the Panthers, taking 10 carries for 61 yards and three catches for eight yards while playing just 30 percent of offensive snaps. The workload was disappointing relative to his pre-injury norm, but that seems to have been a matter of game script and context rather than any setback with Gibson's toe. Regardless, fantasy managers will want to keep an eye on his progress throughout…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 69 yards in return

    Gibson carried the ball 10 times for 61 yards in Week 16 against the Panthers. He added three receptions for eight yards.

    Analysis: Gibson returned to the field for the first time since Week 13 after recovering from a toe injury. Washington fell behind and was scripted out of their run game early on, though Gibson still accounted for 10 of the team's 19 rushing attempts -- three of which went to quarterbacks. Gibson also showcased some explosiveness, breaking off gains of 22 and 13 yards . He should be relied upon heavily with the NFC East title at stake in a Week 17 matchup against the Eagles.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action Sunday

    Gibson (toe) is listed as active Sunday against the Panthers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Back in action for the first time since suffering a turf toe injury Week 13 at Pittsburgh, Gibson could have a smaller workload than normal, considering he practiced in a limited capacity in advance of this contest. J.D. McKissic still is on hand for pass-catching reps out of Washington's backfield, while Peyton Barber is available for early-down work and short-yardage situations. Still, in the 11 appearances in which he was healthy this season, Gibson averaged 15.5 touches for 79.8 yards from…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to play Sunday

    Gibson (toe), who is listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday against the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The 22-year-old practiced as a limited participant all week to earn the questionable designation, but it appears he has a strong chance of suiting up Week 16. Gibson's status will receive additional clarity about 90 minutes before the 4:05 ET kickoff when Washington releases its list of inactives.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 9:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be game-time call

    Gibson (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday, with coach Rivera noting Thursday that the running back looked good. Both Gibson and quarterback Alex Smith (toe) appear truly questionable, while wideout Terry McLaurin (ankle) is listed as doubtful. J.D. McKissic earned 24 carries and 14 targets the past two weeks with Gibson inactive, working ahead of Peyton Barber (16 carries, four targets) for the most part.

    Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in limited practice

    Gibson (toe) was limited at Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: For a second session in a row, Gibson was contained to individual drills, hence the 'limited' tag. Afterward, coach Ron Rivera told JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington that Gibson "looked good," "took a number of reps" and "is making progress" through his turf toe injury. There's no telling if Gibson is trending toward a return Sunday against the Panthers, but Washington could clear up his status when it releases its final Week 16 practice report Friday.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Participates in individual drills

    Gibson (toe) took part in individual drills at Thursday's practice, Julie Donaldson of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Gibson seems poised to match his activity level from Wednesday, when he was listed as a limited participant, but Thursday's injury report could reveal otherwise. In any case, he appears to be drawing close to ending his two-game absence due to a turf toe injury. Consequently, Gibson's status will be one to monitor as the weekend draws closer.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in another limited practice

    Gibson (toe) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Gibson capped last week with individual drills at Friday's practice and kicked off Week 16 prep with some work in team drills. Still, he was considered a limited participant for both sessions, meaning he continues to progress through his turf toe injury. Gibson will have two more chances to prove his health before Washington potentially gives him a designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active at practice Wednesday

    Gibson (toe) participated in the walk-through portion of Wednesday's practice, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Per JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington, Gibson also put in some work during team drills before hitting the sideline to consult with the equipment crew about his shoes. Gibson has missed the past two games due to a bout with turf toe, but his presence on the field both last Friday and to begin the current week is a decent sign that he's trending in the right direction. Washington will reveal how much work he was able to handle when it releases its first Week 16 injury report later Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially inactive for Sunday

    Gibson (toe) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was able to avoid being ruled out Friday after he returned to practice in a limited fashion, but with Washington still listing him as "doubtful" for the contest, he never seemed to have much of a shot to suit up Week 15. With the rookie set to miss his second straight game, Washington will lean on a combination of J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber out of the backfield. McKissic will handle most of the passing-down work and will mix in as a change-of-pace option, while Barber likely garners…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Gibson (toe), who is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, won't suit up for the contest, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson only managed one limited practice this week before receiving the "doubtful" designation for Sunday's contest, so the fact that he'll be sidelined for a second straight game should come as no surprise. Expect the rookie to be officially ruled out with the release of Washington's inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. ET kickoff. J.D. McKissic should serve as Washington's clear-cut top pass-catching back Week 15 while absorbing at least a handful of carries, leaving Peyton Barber to…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 6:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Sunday

    Gibson (toe) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Seattle, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson returned to practice Friday as a limited participant, performing individual drills while the rest of the offense did team work on the other side of the field, per JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington. While he hasn't officially been ruled out for the upcoming game, Gibson is more likely to make it back for Week 16 against the Panthers. Washington split backfield work between Peyton Barber and J.D. McKissic last week, with the former getting one more carry (12-11) and the latter one more…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Gibson (toe) is going through position drills at Friday's practice, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: His return to practice -- even in a limited capacity -- could set Gibson up for a game-time decision Sunday against the Seahawks. His listing on the final injury report will be revealed later Friday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out practice Thursday

    Gibson (toe) didn't practice Thursday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: For the second day in a row, Gibson was present at the session but was a spectator for individual drills, per Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post. On Wednesday, coach Ron Rivera told JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington that Gibson is making "good progress" through his turf toe injury, but he hasn't recovered enough to set foot on the practice field. If Gibson requires another DNP on game day, Washington will roll with a backfield headed by J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber (ankle).

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doesn't participate in practice

    Gibson (toe) was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Gibson and Alex Smith (calf) were present for the session, but neither actually took reps with the main group, or at least they didn't do enough to be listed as limited participants. While Gibson's continued absence from practice isn't a great sign, head coach Ron Rivera said the running back has made "good progress" recovering from turf toe, according to JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington. The team isn't ready to rule Gibson out for Sunday's game against Seattle, though it's certainly possible…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Seen at practice Wednesday

    Gibson (toe) was present at practice Wednesday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Unsurprisingly, Gibson didn't practice last week due to the turf toe injury that he picked up early on in Washington's Week 13 win at Pittsburgh. He may merely be out on the field Wednesday to get some work in on the side with Washington's training staff, but he at least appears to be making some progress through his health concern. Wednesday's injury report will make clear whether Gibson was able to practice.

    Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially out this week

    Gibson (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson never returned to the game after his first-quarter exit Monday against the Steelers. He then missed practice Wednesday through Friday, with the lack of participation suggesting he could miss time beyond Week 14. Washington figures to split backfield work between J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber this weekend, with the former likely handling more snaps and targets, while the latter is a better bet for early down carries and goal-line work. McKissic looks like the superior fantasy play, as…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not at practice

    Gibson (turf toe) isn't practicing Friday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gibson now has been held out from practice three days in a row, so it'll likely be J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber getting the backfield work Sunday in San Francisco.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains out at practice

    Gibson (toe) was listed as a non-participant on a second consecutive injury report Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Washington didn't hold practice Wednesday but returned to the field one day later sans Gibson, who suffered a turf toe injury in his left foot Monday at Pittsburgh. On Thursday, coach Ron Rivera called Gibson's injury "concerning," noting the training staff will watch the running back closely to see how he reacts to treatment. There doesn't seem to be much confidence Gibson will be able to play through the issue, but one session remains for him to get back on the field this week. In the event…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks doubtful for Week 14

    Gibson is unlikely to play Sunday against the 49ers after being diagnosed with turf toe, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was removed early in Monday's win over the Steelers with the left foot injury, playing just four snaps and finishing with 14 yards on two carries. Washington doesn't yet have an estimated timeline for Gibson's return, but turf toe injuries often sideline players for multiple games. Assuming Gibson is forced to sit out this weekend's game, J.D. McKissic will likely step into a larger role as Washington's top back, while Peyton Barber would see more work as an inside runner and during…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 6:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not coming back Monday

    Gibson (toe) won't return to Monday's contest at Pittsburgh.

    Analysis: At the time of his departure in the first quarter, Gibson had two carries for 14 yards. Initially deemed doubtful to return, he'll have to wait until Sunday against the 49ers, at best, for his next game action. In the meantime, J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber have covered for Gibson at running back.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to return to Monday's game

    Gibson suffered a toe injury and is doubtful to return to Monday's game at Pittsburgh.

    Analysis: Gibson was clearly hobbled after a first-quarter run as he went to sideline. Per Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post, Gibson had the big toe on his left foot wrapped and tested it out behind the bench. However, Gibson walked about with a distinct limp, according to Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic, and Washington soon made a ruling on the running back's status. With Gibson unlikely to return, J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber will be the team's only running backs for the remainder of the contest.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Smashes Cowboys for three TDs

    Gibson carried the ball 20 times for 115 yards and three touchdowns and caught five of seven targets for 21 yards in Thursday's 41-16 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: The Dallas defense simply had no answer for Washington's running game -- even Peyton Barber averaged 5.2 yards a carry -- and Gibson took full advantage, scoring on a five-yard scamper in the first quarter before reeling off 23-yard and 37-yard scores as his team pulled away in the fourth. In the process, Gibson became the first rookie to score three TDs in a Thanksgiving Day game since Randy Moss, who racked up three scores on the Cowboys in 1998. Gibson has found his way into the end zone in…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Gibson (ankle) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Washington listed Gibson as a non-participant on its initial Week 12 injury report, but the rookie running back was likely just receiving a maintenance day coming off a 17-touch, 104-yard outing in Sunday's win over the Bengals. His return to full activity Tuesday suggests Gibson should be ready to lead Washington's ground game Thanksgiving Day against the Cowboys.

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of practice

    Gibson (ankle) did not practice Monday, Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Gibson may simply be receiving a bit of rest with a short week ahead of Thursday's game in Dallas, so for now his status simply bears monitoring. The rookie running back has compiled five rushing scores in his last four games. J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber would handle Washington's backfield reps if Gibson ends up missing any time.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pushes TD streak to four

    Gibson rushed 16 times for 94 yards and a touchdown while catching one of two targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 20-9 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Gibson opened the scoring with a one-yard touchdown plunge late in the first quarter, then helped set up Steven Sims' three-yard touchdown reception in the third with a pair of runs over 15 yards. He finished six yards shy of his second career 100-yard rushing performance, but Gibson's up to five touchdowns in the last four games and eight overall. The rookie third-round pick should continue to handle a sizable workload on the ground against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving barring a large early…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in narrow defeat

    Gibson carried 13 times for 45 yards and two touchdowns while catching all four of his targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Gibson struggled to the tune of 3.5 yards per carry against a beatable Detroit defensive front, but he wound up with an admirable fantasy line thanks to a pair of rushing touchdowns in the fourth quarter. He also reached four receptions for the fourth time in his last six games, though he did little in that department outside a 13-yard catch and run. The dynamic rookie now has four touchdowns in his last three games and seven through his first nine NFL outings. He'll look to add to his numbers…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full Thursday

    Gibson (shoulder) practiced in full Thursday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Washington capped Gibson's practice reps Wednesday due to a shoulder issue, only to clear him for all activity one day later. With his health not in question, he can focus on Sunday's matchup against the Lions, who have allowed a whopping 186.5 yards from scrimmage per game and 15 touchdowns to running backs through eight contests this season.

    Published: Thu, Nov 12 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with shoulder injury

    Gibson didn't practice Wednesday due to a shoulder injury, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson is coming off a career-low nine touches in Sunday's loss to the Giants, resulting in 55 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown. His offensive snap share (46 percent) wasn't out of the norm, but perhaps the shoulder issue forced Washington to use J.D. McKissic a bit more (12 touches, 83 percent share). In any case, Gibson's status will be one to watch as the weekend approaches to get a sense of his availability for Week 10.

    Published: Wed, Nov 11 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD in losing effort

    Gibson collected 20 rushing yards and one touchdown on six carries, adding three receptions for 35 yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Giants. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Gibson garnered six of nine RB carries for Washington while collecting his team's lone rushing score, but J.D. McKissic dominated the position's passing-game work, commanding 14 targets to the rookie's three. The Memphis product posted an outstanding 128-yard, one-touchdown effort on 20 carries in Week 7 before his inefficient rushing outing Sunday, but in terms of his receiving upside, it's now been two consecutive games Gibson has been held to three or fewer receptions. He had accumulated…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Thrives in workhorse role

    Gibson carried 20 times for 128 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 25-3 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Gibson gashed the struggling Dallas defense for 6.4 yards per carry while scoring a 12-yard touchdown in the first quarter. He failed to haul in his only target in the passing game, but that was mostly due to the fact that his team played from ahead for most of the game and was content to keep the ball on the ground for the most part. Gibson could receive a similar workload in what should be a competitive game against the Giants in Week 9 following the WFT's bye, and he'll look to add to his…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 55 total yards in loss

    Gibson rushed nine times for 30 yards and secured four of five targets for 25 yards in the Washington Football Team's 20-19 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: Gibson logged just one more carry than backfield mate J.D. McKissic and saw one fewer target, as coach Ron Rivera continued to keep the workload split fairly evenly between the two. Naturally, that approach isn't doing fantasy managers any favors, and with McKissic actually more productive on a per-touch basis Sunday, it isn't likely Gibson separates into a true lead-back role any time soon. As such, the rookie's fantasy prospects remain mixed heading into a Week 7 battle against the Cowboys.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Gibson (toe) practiced fully Thursday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: One day removed from having limitations on his practice reps, Gibson handled all of them. After earning 11 touches Week 1, he's averaged 14.8 touches for 72.8 yards from scrimmage per game and scored three TDs over the last four contests. Considering he's earning most of the RB touches for Washington, Gibson will look to strike Sunday against a Giants defense that has allowed 172.8 total yards per game to running backs this season.

    Published: Thu, Oct 15 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by toe injury

    Gibson (toe) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Gibson is a new addition to the injury report, after handling his typical workload (16 touches, 56 percent snap share) in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Rams. His ability to practice -- even on a limited basis -- suggests he's expected to be available for this weekend's game against the Giants. The rookie has taken nine or more carries in every game, and he now has back-to-back weeks with five targets.

    Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Compiles 51 total yards in loss

    Gibson rushed 11 times for 27 yards and brought in all five targets for 24 yards in the Washington Football Team's 30-10 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

    Analysis: The versatile running back once again paced the backfield in carries and had a solid role in the passing game, but with the duo of Kyle Allen and Alex Smith averaging a minuscule 3.7 yards per attempt, there just wasn't much upside to be had. Gibson does appear to enjoy clear lead-back status at the moment, and the fact he's seen five targets apiece in back-to-back games is certainly encouraging. Gibson will look for more overall production and opportunity in a favorable Week 6 road matchup…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Powers Washington offense

    Gibson carried the ball 13 times for 46 yards and a touchdown in Week 4 against Baltimore. He added four receptions on five targets for 82 yards.

    Analysis: After Gibson showed glimpses of promise in Week 3, he provided a breakout performance one week later against the Ravens. He commanded 13 of the team's 22 rushing attempts, including a goal-line carry that he converted for a two-yard score. Gibson also showed explosiveness in the passing game, taking a screen pass for 40 yards halfway through the second quarter. He appears to have taken over as the clear lead back in Washington's backfield heading into a Week 5 matchup against the Rams.

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads Washington in rushing

    Gibson carried the ball nine times for 49 yards and a touchdown in Week 3 against the Browns. He also added three catches for 11 yards.

    Analysis: Gibson found the end zone for the second consecutive game, converting a two-yard score to cap off a third-quarter drive. While that helped him to a productive day, he also broke off rushes of 13 and nine yards. The only downside to his performance was a lost fumble to end the first half, though the mistake did not have a major impact on the outcome of the game. While Gibson still saw only nine of the 22 carries out of Washington's backfield, it seems to be only a matter of time before he…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first NFL touchdown

    Gibson ran the ball 13 times for 55 yards and a touchdown and caught one of two targets for minus-three yards in Sunday's 30-15 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: His first NFL score came late in the fourth quarter on an 11-yard run as Washington attempted to mount a comeback. Gibson continues to show flashes of his talent, and the third-round pick could find some success in Week 3's road tilt against a Browns defense that just gave up 86 scrimmage yards to Joe Mixon.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Receives 11 touches in debut

    Gibson gained 36 yards on nine carries and added two additional yards while snaring both his targets during Sunday's 27-17 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Making his NFL debut, Gibson led the team in rushing despite receiving roughly half as many carries as Peyton Barber. The majority of his production came on a nifty 20-yard scamper, but nevertheless, it was encouraging to see him average 4.0 yards per carry against one of the tougher run defenses in the league. Barber did score twice on the day, but perhaps Gibson's more productive per-touch numbers could earn him additional usage next Sunday against the Cardinals.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Behind McKissic on depth chart

    Washington listed Gibson as the No. 2 running back on the unofficial depth chart the team released Tuesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: J.D. McKissic sits atop the depth chart heading into Week 1, but his presence there doesn't necessarily mean he'll take Washington's first snap or lead the backfield in carries and touches in Sunday's season opener versus the Eagles. Instead, Washington is expected to make use of a committee of running backs that includes McKissic, Gibson, Peyton Barber and Bryce Love. The latter two backs will likely see most of their use in pure running situations, while McKissic's skills as a pass catcher…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Emergence contributes to AP release

    Gibson's emergence during training camp played a role in Washington's decision to release Adrian Peterson on Friday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: The third-round rookie already was ticketed for a role in the Week 1 gameplan, but it was Peterson who was widely viewed as the favorite to serve as the lead runner. It's now possible GIbson handles the job, though this report notes that Peyton Barber could also get carries, and the team still has J.D. McKissic for passing downs. Gibson is the one with three-down potential, even if it doesn't materialize right away.

    Published: Fri, Sep 4 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting work with starters

    Gibson had a couple nice runs with the first-team offense at the beginning of Monday's practice, Kyle Stackpole of the official team website reports.

    Analysis: Washington seems to be taking a mix-and-match approach with its running backs, splitting first-team reps between Gibson, Adrian Peterson, Bryce Love, J.D. McKissic and Peyton Barber. While Peterson remains the favorite for the Week 1 start, it's Gibson who offers the highest ceiling for fantasy value down the road, combining pass-catching skill with 4.39 speed in a 228-pound frame. Peterson and Barber are early down bruisers with minimal receiving ability, while McKissic is an undersized…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 24 at 7:06am by Rotowire.com
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