Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs push for higher running back contracts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:22 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Bijan Robinson of the Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs of the Lions are reportedly holding out for new contracts. The current top running back contract belongs to Saquon Barkley at $20.6 million per year. Discussions are ongoing about whether Robinson and Gibbs should aim for higher salaries that align more closely with the receiver market, which exceeds $42 million. Both players remain under 25 and are in their prime, with their respective teams looking to maximize their potential before negotiations conclude.
- •Robinson and Gibbs are both seeking new contracts this summer.
- •Saquon Barkley's contract is currently the highest for running backs.
- •The receiver market significantly surpasses running back salaries.
- •Both players are considered to have high value and potential.
- •Teams are weighing the risks of investing heavily in running backs.
- 3:22 PMYahoo Sports — Should Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs contracts blow up the running back market?
"Great running backs should be getting more, relative to the receiver market.
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