The New England Patriots had a simple plan in mind heading into the 2024 season. They wanted to play a run-heavy style of offense in order to a) ease some pressure off of quarterbacks Jacoby Brissett or Drake Maye, and b) control the tempo of the game to play into what was, on paper, a strong defensive unit.
As part of those efforts, the Patriots invested a three-year contract in former Washington Commanders running back Antonio Gibson. Even though the overall plan did not materialize, Gibson himself had some encouraging moments.
Hard facts
Name: Antonio Gibson
Position: Running back
Jersey number: 4
Opening day age: 27 (6/23/1998)
Measurements: 6’0 3/8”, 228 lbs, 75 1/2” wingspan, 31 1/8” arm length, 8 5/8” hand size, 4.