Jahmyr Gibbs misses fifth Lions practice amid unclear contract talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:25 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Jahmyr Gibbs has not participated in the Detroit Lions' training camp for the fifth consecutive practice as he seeks a new contract. During Monday's session, Gibbs provided mixed messages regarding his participation, stating it was not solely about the contract while implying uncertainty about his return. His continued absence raises questions about the ongoing negotiations with the franchise, which has a fifth-year team option for him in 2027. The Lions will hope for clarity in talks as Gibbs remains sidelined.
- •Gibbs is staging a hold-in during training camp.
- •He expressed conflicting desires regarding his contract and participation.
- •Isiah Pacheco is listed as Gibbs' backup on the depth chart.
- •Gibbs has been absent from training camp since it began.
- •The Lions extended a fifth-year option to Gibbs for 2027.
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Jahmyr Gibbs sent conflicting message about Lions contract talks after missing 5th practice
"Does anyone know what Jahmyr Gibbs wants from the Lions? Monday only made his desires more unclear.
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