Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery nickname, explained

Look: Lions running backs David Montgomery, Jahmyr Gibbs rock Sonic-inspired cleats
Detroit — Detroit Lions running backs David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs clearly approve of their nicknames — Sonic (Gibbs) and Knuckles (Montgomery).
David Montgomery, Jahmyr Gibbs Shared Cool Moment With Real Life Sonic and Knuckles
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
Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery nickname, explained: Why Lions' RB duo is called Sonic and Knuckles
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,
Lions RBs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery out to make history
Sewell's toddler isn't the only one who has taken notice.
WATCH: Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery truly are 'Sonic and Knuckles' ahead of Thanksgiving game
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,
Jahmyr 'Sonic' Gibbs gets Lions on board with one-yard score
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.
Bears wary of 'Sonic' and 'Knuckles,' the Lions' stud running back duo
Those are the “Thunder and Lightning"-style nicknames that Lions running backs David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs gave each other this year, a nod to the “Sonic the Hedgehog” video game.
Lions RB duo featured with Sonic and Knuckles in NFL on CBS commercial
Detroit Lions running backs David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs dubbed themselves "Sonic and Knuckles" recently and CBS is using that reference in one of their commercials for the Lions' upcoming Thanksgiving game against the Chicago Bears.
Why Are David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs Called Sonic and Knuckles? Commercial, Nickname, and More Explored
There may not be a more dynamic or productive running back duo in the NFL than the Detroit Lions’ tandem of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery. You can also argue there may not be a better RB tandem nickname out there than the one they came up with themselves.
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Jahmyr Gibbs shows off 'Sonic' speed on 28-yard dash vs. Bears
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs shows off 'Sonic' speed on 28-yard dash vs. Chicago Bears. Chicago Bears T.J. Edwards ...
Detroit Lions backs hit the ground running with 'Sonic' intro, strong first half
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery received a "Sonic and Knuckles"-themed introduction then rushed ...
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HIGHLIGHT: Gibbs shows off 'Sonic' speed on 28-yard dash
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs shows off 'Sonic' speed on 28-yard dash vs. Chicago Bears.
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Jahmyr Gibbs' fumble goes FLYING inside the red zone for Gervon Dexter's recovery
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs' fumble goes FLYING inside the red zone for Chicago Bears defensive line Gervon ...