Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor, Jahmyr Gibbs sign lucrative RB contracts

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor, Jahmyr Gibbs sign lucrative RB contracts
Summary

Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor, and Jahmyr Gibbs secured significant contract extensions this week. Robinson signed a three-year, $66.75 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons, Taylor agreed to a two-year, $44 million extension with the Indianapolis Colts, and Gibbs became the highest paid running back in NFL history with a three-year deal worth $67.5 million from the Detroit Lions. These deals reflect a potential shift in how NFL teams value elite running backs, contrasting with recent trends favoring wide receivers. The signings indicate that top running backs can still carry an offense and warrant substantial investment.

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  • Robinson's deal includes $51.5 million guaranteed.
  • Gibbs' contract can reach up to $75.75 million.
  • Taylor's extension totals $44 million.
  • Teams are reevaluating running back investments.
  • Gibbs' contract exceeds other recent receiver deals.
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  • 10:15 PMYahoo SportsBijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor, Jahmyr Gibbs deals continue to show that elite RBs are good values
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A trio of star backs signed market-setting deals this week.

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