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Lions Sign Jahmyr Gibbs to Three‑Year, $67.5 Million Extension

Eclipsing recent deals, the extension raises the running back pay floor above $22 million per year.

Jul 29, 2026; Westfield, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) participates in a drill on day one of training camp at Grand Park Sports Campus. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
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Jul 31, 2026; Westfield, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) is seen on day three of training camp at Grand Park Sports Campus. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Detroit and Jahmyr Gibbs agreed Thursday, Aug. 6 to a three-year, $67.5 million extension that includes about $51.5 million guaranteed, the player's agent posted and multiple outlets reported.
  • The deal carries a $22.5 million average annual value and makes Gibbs the highest‑paid running back in the NFL, with the contract able to reach roughly $75.75 million with incentives according to reporting.
  • Two earlier extensions this week set the market that Gibbs topped: Bijan Robinson signed a three‑year deal that averaged $22.25 million and Jonathan Taylor agreed to a two‑year deal averaging $22 million.
  • Gibbs had been holding in during Lions training camp and had limited on‑field activity; reporters say the team expects him to return to fuller practice once paperwork clears.
  • The contract locks Detroit into substantial guarantees for a 24‑year‑old entering his prime and will force the Lions to balance short‑term cap pressure against the benefit of securing a core offensive player long term.