Lions coach Dan Campbell comments on Bijan Robinson's new contract

On August 4, 2026, Lions head coach Dan Campbell addressed Bijan Robinson's three-year, $75 million contract. This deal makes Robinson the highest-paid running back in the NFL, with $51 million guaranteed. Campbell remarked that Robinson's extension could expedite a potential deal for Lions' running back Jahmyr Gibbs, who is currently missing practice. Robinson's contract puts him nearly $5 million ahead of the second-highest paid back, Saquon Barkley. Gibbs and Robinson had agreed to 'hold in' during training camp until their contracts were finalized, a strategy that has paid off for Robinson. Campbell expressed eagerness to see Gibbs return to practice soon.

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