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Gibbs Returns, Extension Talks Could Make Him Highest-Paid RB

8/7/2026

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Gibbs Extension Talks

Jahmyr Gibbs returned to Detroit Lions practice on August 6, 2026, as talks continue on a three-year extension.
The pending deal could make Gibbs the league’s highest-paid running back, surpassing Bijan Robinson’s $22.25 million-per-year contract.
GM Brad Holmes confirmed the Lions love Gibbs and that talks on the extension are ongoing.

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Robinson Contract Talks

Robinson and Gibbs said they talk and support each other while awaiting new contracts, a rivalry that began after they were drafted in the first round of 2023.

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Historical Context

On August 14, Tomlinson signed an eight-year, $60 million contract with the San Diego Chargers, the richest deal ever for a running back; Tomlinson, the 2006 MVP, set that benchmark. That precedent now pressures Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes as he negotiates a possible extension for rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, whose deal could exceed Bijan Robinson’s $22.25 million-per-year contract.

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Gibbs Extension Talks

Jahmyr Gibbs returned to Detroit Lions practice on August 6, 2026, as talks continue on a three-year extension.
The pending deal could make Gibbs the league’s highest-paid running back, surpassing Bijan Robinson’s $22.25 million-per-year contract.
GM Brad Holmes confirmed the Lions love Gibbs and that talks on the extension are ongoing.

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