Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs: Contract talks were ‘extremely stressful’
Pride Of Detroit • • sports
Key Points:
- Jahmyr Gibbs signed a three-year contract extension with the Detroit Lions through the 2030 season, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history with an average annual value of $22.5 million.
- Gibbs' contract includes $51.5 million guaranteed, the second-highest guarantee for a running back, trailing only rookie Jeremiyah Love.
- The holdout lasted a week into training camp, causing Gibbs to miss the first six practices, which he described as stressful but necessary to complete the deal.
- Gibbs emphasized the importance of pushing the running back market for younger players and received support from prominent running backs like Derrick Henry and Christian McCaffrey during negotiations.
- Looking ahead, Gibbs aims to win a Super Bowl with the Lions and contribute fully to the team's success now that his contract situation is resolved.
