Detroit Metro · Coverage Brief · August 9, 2026

Lions, Jahmyr Gibbs agree to extension making him NFL’s highest-paid running back by annual value

The Detroit Lions and Jahmyr Gibbs agreed to a three-year, $67.5 million extension averaging $22.5 million per season, the highest average annual value among NFL running backs. Reports say the deal includes $51.5 million guaranteed and incentives that could raise its value to $75.75 million.

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