Lions' Gibbs to return vs. Ravens after 2-game absence

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs is expected to return for Sunday's matchup with the Baltimore Ravens, head coach Dan Campbell announced Friday, according to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press.

The rookie missed the last two games due to a hamstring injury.

Fellow running back David Montgomery was ruled out for Sunday's game due to a rib injury.

"(Gibbs is) going to need to take the load of (the work)," said Campbell. "We're just going to have to see where he's at. I'd like to say we're going to be careful with him, but the reality is we need him."

The Lions' restrained usage of the first-round pick had drawn some criticism before the injury. Gibbs averaged just under 10 carries per game over the first four weeks despite gaining a solid average of 4.6 yards on his rushing attempts.

Meanwhile, free-agent addition Montgomery is averaging around 19 carries per game while rushing for 4.1 yards per attempt.

Craig Reynolds is the Lions' No. 3 running back, but he's listed as questionable after missing Wednesday's practice with toe and hamstring injuries. Devine Ozigbo and Mo Ibrahim are on the club's practice squad.

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