Lions grant Jahmyr Gibbs contract bump over Bijan Robinson

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 12:52 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Lions grant Jahmyr Gibbs contract bump over Bijan Robinson

Summary

The Detroit Lions secured a slightly superior contract for running back Jahmyr Gibbs on August 7, 2026. Gibbs's three-year deal is valued at $67.5 million, and combined with his existing contract, totals $84.976 million over five years at an average of $16.99 million per year. In comparison, Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson received a deal worth $22.25 million annually. The negotiations reflect both players' desire to approach $25 million in new-money average annual value, but with Gibbs getting the nod for a higher figure amid the hold-in situation as preparations for the season continue.

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Key Details

•Jahmyr Gibbs signed a three-year, $67.5 million contract.
•Combined with previous earnings, Gibbs's total is $84.976 million over five years.
•Bijan Robinson's contract averages $22.25 million per year.
•Both players aimed for $25 million in new-money APY.
•Gibbs's deal reflects the anticipated need for both players this season.

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12:52 AMYahoo Sports — Lions held firm at a bump above Bijan Robinson for Jahmyr Gibbs

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It's clear that both Falcons running back Bijan Robinson and Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs wanted to get to $25 million in new-money APY on their new contracts.
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