Coming into Thanksgiving day, Jahmyr Gibbs is eighth in the NFL in rushing yards and tied for fourth for rushing touchdowns. His backfield partner, David Montgo

Detroit — Detroit Lions running backs David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs clearly approve of their nicknames — Sonic (Gibbs) and Knuckles (Montgomery).

Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery are both in their second year with the Lions, but they have formed one of the best running back tandems in the league. A duo as good as this one deserves a nickname,

Sewell's toddler isn't the only one who has taken notice.

After spotting the Colts a field goal in the first quarter, the Lions got on the board in the second quarter, thanks to their own Sonic. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs ran left near the goal line and found the end zone from a little over one yard out. That gave the Lions their first lead of the game at 7-3.

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs shows off 'Sonic' speed on 28-yard dash vs. Chicago Bears. Chicago Bears T.J. Edwards and Gervon Dexter force Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff into self-imposed sack for 9-yard loss.

Back in October, Detroit Lions running backs Jahmyr Gibbs, known for his blazing speed, and David Montgomery, known for his bruising and efficient running style, embraced the nicknames of "Sonic and Knuckles,

Mike Payton talks about the Detroit Lions RBs, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, who are about to make NFL history, amidst an incredible season in the backfield. *Jahmyr Gibbs And David Montgomery Are About To Make NFL

Detroit Lions running backs David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs are fully embracing their nickname for the Week 13 game against the Chicago Bears, as both Lions running backs are rocking custom Sonic and Knuckles cleats.