A player who has been one of the league's best, regardless of position, this season, Detroit Lions star Jahmyr Gibbs once again led former Alabama Crimson Tide football performances in the NFL during Week 12.
However, when taking a deeper look at Alabama players in the NFL this past weekend, the list of solid performances goes well beyond Gibbs, as many others enjoyed strong weeks. Who were some of the top names though, and what did those performances include?
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWith the likes of John Metchie, Will Reichard, and Dallas Turner, also among those who impressed, here are five of Alabama's biggest overall standouts from Week 12 in the NFL.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Running Back, Detroit Lions
Jahmyr Gibbs was one of the NFL's top players regardless of position in Week 12, helping lead the Detroit Lions to a 34-27 overtime win over the New York Giants. Gibbs rushed for 219 yards and two touchdowns on 15 carries, which translates to an average of 14.6 yards per carry, along with hauling in 11 receptions for 45 yards and another score.
Will Anderson Jr., Defensive End - Houston Texans
Houston's defense was a major talking point coming out of the Texans' 23-19 win over the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night, and former Alabama star Will Anderson Jr. was a big reason as to why. Anderson would finish the game with six total tackles, three of which were solo, along with 2.5 sacks, two TFL, one pass defense, and three quarterback hits.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementJalen Hurts, Quarterback - Philadelphia Eagles
Jalen Hurts had a solid showing Sunday afternoon, despite a 24-21 road loss for the Philadelphia Eagles against the Dallas Cowboys. Posting a 54.5 QBR and a 99.2 passer rating, Hurts completed 27-of-39 passes for 289 yards and one touchdown, while also rushing for 33 yards and two touchdowns on seven attempts.
Derrick Henry, Running Back - Baltimore Ravens
Former Heisman Trophy winner Derrick Henry led the Baltimore Ravens to a 23-10 victory over the New York Jets by rushing for 64 yards and two touchdowns on 21 attempts. Averaging three yards per carry, Henry also hauled in two receptions for 24 yards.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHenry To'oTo'o, Inside Linebacker - Houston Texans
Another former Alabama players who made an impact in the Houston Texans' 23-19 win over the Buffalo Bills was inside linebacker Henry To'oTo'o. To'oTo'o finished with seven total tackles, three of which were solo, along with one sack, one TFL, and one quarterback hit.
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