It only took one half for the Lions to make history vs. Packers on TNF

When the Detroit Lions added another chapter in their NFC North rivalry by signing former Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery during free agency of 2023, fans knew exactly what type of move this was.

It was a move to add even more physicality and toughness to this Lions ball club; something head coach Dan Campbell lives and breathes every day. It's the type of attitude he's brought to the franchise since Day 1.

And, while Montgomery was a wise choice by Detroit, they weren't done adding at the position. In fact, some might have argued that Detroid made a head-scratching move when they selected Jahmyr Gibbs in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft just a few weeks later.

Not only did the Lions pay a free agent running back (a big no-no at the time) but they also invested a first-round pick in the position.

What on earth were they doing?

As it turns out, the Lions knew exactly what they were doing. Sure, there were two mouths to feed, but Detroit has done a near-perfect job equally balancing the tandem that's now known as "Sonic and Knuckles."

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Between Montgomery and Gibbs, this offense is at its best when the two of them are healthy. Jared Goff has played good football. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam LaPorta are elite weapons at their position. And, even the likes of Jameson Williams and Tim Patrick are fine options, this year, as well.

But, the Lions operate at their peak when Montgomery and Gibbs are in the mix. And, in Week 14, that proved to be true once again in the team's matchup with the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.

David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs did something no Lions running backs have ever done

After Gibbs scored a receiving touchdown late in the first half, that put him at 12 total scores on the year. That touchdown also happened to mean a little more for Gibbs and the Lions. It officially marked a first for this franchise.

As it turns out, signing Montgomery and drafting Gibbs in the same year was far from a mistake. And, to anyone questioning the Lions for extending Montgomery just a few weeks ago, he'll simply continue to prove the doubters wrong.

Forget the idea of running backs being a questionable investment. The Lions are clearly dancing to the beat of their own drum and not listening to anyone but themselves ... not even logic.

It's tough to argue with, too. With the results these two have been producing, you'd be a fool to try and build a case against keeping this tandem together.