Lions talk Jahmyr Gibbs contract after Bijan Robinson extension
After the Bijan Robinson domino fell Tuesday morning, Lions head coach Dan Campbell shared what that might mean for Jahmyr Gibbs.
The Detroit Lions are making progress in securing a long-term deal for their star running back, Jahmyr Gibbs. Recently, fellow running back Bijan Robinson signed a lucrative three-year extension with the Atlanta Falcons, reportedly worth up to $75 million. This deal makes Robinson the highest-paid running back in NFL history, with a $51 million guaranteed salary and an average annual contract of $22.25 million.
The comparison between the two extensions has raised expectations that Gibbs' deal could be finalized more swiftly. Lions head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism on Tuesday, stating that Robinson's extension would not hurt Gibbs' chances, but emphasized the importance of Gibbs returning to the field. Gibbs, who holds the NFL record for most touchdowns scored in a player's first three seasons, is currently undergoing a hold-out as he negotiates his own extension.
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