Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs runs for a touchdown in overtime.Barry Werner, List WireWed, November 26, 2025 at 12:07 AM UTC·1 min readThe Detroit Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs had a huge game in their win over the New York Giants in Week 12. His performance sent him all the way to third place in the NFL rushing race. He's behind Jonathan Taylor, who was merely human against the Kansas City Chiefs, and James Cook, who performed well in Buffalo's loss to Houston. There is a tie at the bottom of the list between NFC West running backs with Kyren Williams of the Rams and Christian McCaffrey of the 49ers each checking in with 796 yards.
t-10. Christian McCaffrey, San Francisco 49ers
Christian McCaffrey of the San Francisco 49ers carries the ball.Rushing yards: 796
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementt-10. Kyren Williams, Los Angeles Rams
Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams avoids a tackle by Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey.Rushing yards: 796
9. Travis Etienne, Jacksonville Jaguars
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson.Rushing yards: 772
8. Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson reacts with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. after running for a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers.Rushing yards: 853
t-7. Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry.Rushing yards: 871
t-7. Rico Dowdle, Carolina Panthers
Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle celebrates with quarterback Bryce Young after scoring a touchdown.Rushing yards: 871
5. Javonte Williams, Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams scores a touchdown.Rushing yards: 896
4. De'Von Achane, Miami Dolphins
De'Von Achane of the Miami Dolphins runs against the Los Angeles Chargers.Rushing yards: 900
3. Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs celebrates a touchdown.Rushing yards: 951
2. James Cook, Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook practices.Rushing yards: 1,084
1. Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) celebrates after scoring a touchdown.Rushing yards: 1,197
This article originally appeared on The List Wire: NFL rushing leaders after 12 weeks
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