Dan Campbell provides update on Jahmyr Gibbs' back injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 12:38 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell addressed the media regarding running back Jahmyr Gibbs' health on July 31. Gibbs reportedly has a minor back injury that surfaced during his conditioning test, but Campbell stated that he does not believe it is severe. This comes as Gibbs aims for a contract extension and is expected to be a key player for the Lions next season. In additional injury updates, defensive back Christian Izien remains sidelined due to the flu, and offensive lineman Ben Bartch is being managed carefully following a previous foot injury during spring practice.
- •Jahmyr Gibbs has a minor back injury, according to Dan Campbell.
- •Gibbs is seeking a contract extension.
- •Christian Izien is delayed in his return from the flu.
- •Ben Bartch is gradually returning from a foot injury.
- 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Campbell Gives Short Jahmyr Gibbs Injury Update
- 12:38 PMYahoo Sports — Lions' Dan Campbell follows up on potential back injury of Jahmyr Gibbs
"Gibbs, who is apparently holding in to secure a contract extension, will be one of the Lions' most important players next season.
"Dan Campbell offered a brief update on Jahmyr Gibbs’ back injury and said the Lions do not believe the issue is severe.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 1:33 PMDan Campbell Gives Short Jahmyr Gibbs Injury Update
Dan Campbell offered a brief update on Jahmyr Gibbs’ back injury and said the Lions do not believe the issue is severe.
- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 12:38 PMLions' Dan Campbell follows up on potential back injury of Jahmyr Gibbs
Gibbs, who is apparently holding in to secure a contract extension, will be one of the Lions' most important players next season.
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