Jahmyr Gibbs signs record-breaking contract with Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:53 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs signed a new contract on August 7, making him the highest-paid player at his position. The deal includes a $15 million signing bonus and guarantees over $70 million through 2030. Similar in structure to Bijan Robinson's recent contract, both include performance incentives and escalators tied to receiving yards and playoff performance. The Lions’ decision reflects the team's investment in Gibbs as a key offensive player moving forward.
- •Contract includes $15 million signing bonus, fully guaranteed.
- •Gibbs' deal guarantees over $70 million through 2030.
- •Incentives tied to receiving yards and playoff advancement.
- •Gibbs' average annual value is $22.5 million.
- 7:53 PMYahoo Sports — Inside the Jahmyr Gibbs deal
"The Gibbs deal is virtually identical in structure to the Bijan Robinson deal.
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