Overview
- The Lions saw Gibbs on the sideline at practice on Sunday as he attended training camp but did not take part in drills while contract talks continued.
- Coach Dan Campbell said Gibbs passed his physicals and conditioning but is dealing with a minor back issue that the team does not consider severe.
- Reporters say Gibbs is conducting a hold-in, which means he is present at team facilities and meetings but is withholding on-field participation while seeking a new deal.
- Insiders and NFL reporting place Gibbs’ expected market value near $20 million per season, with negotiations influenced by imminent extensions for Bijan Robinson and Jonathan Taylor.
- The Lions’ pattern of extending core players adds pressure to resolve the talks quickly because a prolonged absence risks a deeper holdout that could affect Gibbs’ preparation and the team’s training-camp plans.