Lions sign Gibbs to $67.5M deal as NFL's top RB
The short version
The Detroit Lions signed running back Jahmyr Gibbs to a three-year, $67.5 million contract extension on August 6, 2026. The deal includes $51.5 million in guaranteed money and makes Gibbs the highest-paid running back in NFL history.
The Detroit Lions and Jahmyr Gibbs agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $67.5 million.3,2,1 The contract includes $51.5 million in guaranteed money.2,1 The deal could be worth up to $75.75 million under certain conditions.1
Agent Todd France announced the agreement on behalf of Gibbs.2,1 Gibbs made his first practice appearance of training camp on August 6, 2026.4 The contract makes Gibbs the highest-paid running back in NFL history.3,2,1
The agreement was reached on August 6, 2026, according to multiple reports.3,2,1 ESPN and NFL Network reported the contract details via Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport.1
Why it matters
The National Football League (NFL) is the professional American football league consisting of 32 teams divided into two conferences, the American Football Conference (AFC) and the National Football Conference (NFC).3
A running back is an offensive position in American football responsible for carrying the ball on rushing plays and occasionally catching passes.3
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