Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs gets more good news after new contract

Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions has some wind on his back.

Jahmyr Gibbs spoke about the city of Detroit and his next-level Lions goal after signing a lucrative contract extension.

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August 06, 2026 11:23 PM ET Imagine making history by earning millions of dollars.That’s exactly what three-time Pro Bowler Jahmyr Gibbs is doing, signing a contract extension with the Detroit Lions that now places him as the highest-paid running back ever in the history of the National Football League.According to Gib

Jahmyr Gibbs agreed to a three-year, $67.5 million contract extension with the Lions, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.

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After Bijan Robinson got his extension, it was just a matter of time before Gibbs and the Lions struck a new deal.