Is Jahmyr Gibbs playing today? Why Lions RB is off to slow start in Week 16

We're not used to seeing Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs struggle, but that is exactly what's happening early on in the Week 16 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

We're almost through the first quarter of the contest and Gibbs has -4 rushing yards and zero receiving yards, which is unfathomable for a superstar back like Gibbs.

Here's a closer look at what's going on.

Is Jahmyr Gibbs playing today?

Yes, Gibbs is active and healthy, and he is getting plenty of touches but the Steelers are just shutting him down at every turn.

Gibbs is going to get going at some point, but when that is remains to be seen. Hopefully it's sooner rather than later.

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