Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs attended training camp but did not participate in the first practice as he and the team negotiate a new contract. Lions coach Dan Campbell did not provide an update on the discussions, emphasizing the team’s high regard for Gibbs. The Lions have recently extended contracts for several key players, and Gibbs, a Pro Bowl player in each of his first three NFL seasons, appears to be next. His current contract includes a base salary of over $1 million and a roster bonus exceeding $2 million for this season. The Lions exercised the fifth-year option on his contract, ensuring he will earn $14.29 million in 2027. Since being drafted 12th overall in 2023, Gibbs has amassed impressive stats, joining an elite group of players with over 4,500 yards from scrimmage and 45 touchdowns in their first three seasons.
QUESTION: How might the outcome of Jahmyr Gibbs’ contract negotiations influence the future of player contracts in the NFL?
Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs reports to training camp but doesn’t attend team’s first practice
