Dan Campbell Says Lions' Backup Running Backs Will Be a Two-Man Committee

Jacob Saylors as Lions' RB2? Not so fast, Dan Campbell says

Dan Campbell says the Lions will use a committee approach at running back while Isiah Pacheco remains sidelined.

Dan Campbell muddies the waters for Detroit Lions' running back plan

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has just thrown a wrench in the expectations for who will serve as the team's No. 2 running back.

Dan Campbell says Lions' backup running backs will be a two-man committee

The Lions have the highest-paid running back in the NFL, Jahmyr Gibbs, as their starter.

Detroit Lions expect to fill RB2 by committee in Week 1 vs. Saints

ALLEN PARK -- Dan Campbell is well aware that Jacob Saylors is the hot name coming out of training camp and the preseason for the RB2 role.

Dan Campbell Reveals Lions’ Plan Behind Jahmyr Gibbs

Dan Campbell says the Lions will use Sione Vaki and Jacob Saylors as a committee behind Jahmyr Gibbs rather than declaring a traditional RB2. The approach could help Detroit expand Gibbs’ role without asking him to absorb every available backfield snap.

Dan Campbell provides some clarity on Detroit Lions’ RB2 situation

The Detroit Lions will have a different backup running back than expected to start the 2026 season. Last week, the Lions placed Isiah Pacheco—their primary offseason signing at running back—on injured reserve with a back injury. That means he’ll miss at least the first four games of the season, and Detroit will have to rely […]