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Lions held firm at a bump above Bijan Robinson for Jahmyr Gibbs
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Key Points:
- Falcons running back Bijan Robinson and Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs aimed to secure $25 million in new-money average per year (APY) on their contracts, achievable only by meeting full upside incentives.
- Robinson received a deal valued at $22.25 million APY, prompting the Lions to offer Gibbs a slightly higher amount to remain competitive.
- Contract negotiations were prolonged to ensure both players were fully prepared for the upcoming season, as hold-ins must conclude before games begin.
- Gibbs' three-year, $67.5 million contract, combined with his previous $17.476 million, results in a five-year, $84.976 million total deal with a $16.99 million APY, slightly higher than Robinson's $16.36 million APY over five years.
