David Montgomery, teammates celebrate Jahmyr Gibbs' record extension with Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:11 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs received a three-year extension worth $67.5 million, setting a record for NFL RBs. Teammates, including former Lion David Montgomery and current players Amon-Ra St. Brown and Penei Sewell, expressed their congratulations on social media. This extension highlights Gibbs' value to the team after a successful rookie season. The Lions' commitment to Gibbs reflects their plans moving forward.
- •Gibbs signs a three-year contract extension worth $67.5 million.
- •The deal is a record for running backs in NFL history.
- •Teammates show support on social media following the announcement.
- •Gibbs was a standout in his rookie season with the Lions.
- 1:11 PMYahoo Sports — David Montgomery, other teammates react to Jahmyr Gibbs’ extension
"David Montgomery was one of many teammates that congratulated Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs on his extension.
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