Jahmyr Gibbs absent from Detroit Lions 1st training camp practice
Pride Of Detroit • • sports
Key Points:
- Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs was absent from the team's first training camp practice, with no injury designation, suggesting a potential holdout related to contract negotiations.
- Radio host Jon Jansen indicated that multiple sources expect Gibbs to miss some practice days as he seeks a new contract.
- Despite the absence, Gibbs did report to training camp initially, and there are signs of progress in contract talks, with ESPN's Adam Schefter noting a deal could be reached within a week.
- Gibbs is currently under contract for the 2024 season, with the Lions having exercised his fifth-year option for 2027, but he appears to be pushing for a long-term agreement.
- Lions coach Dan Campbell acknowledged the situation but provided no detailed comments following practice.
