Sport

Jahmyr Gibbs Signed to Highest-Paid Contract in NFL History

Updated 2026-08-06 21:55 UTC 1 source Positive

The Detroit Lions signed running back Jahmyr Gibbs to a three-year, $67.5 million deal, making him the highest-paid RB in NFL history. The contract includes significant guarantees and reflects the team's commitment to its star player.

Coverage timeline — 1 article

ESPN

Lions make Gibbs highest-paid RB in NFL history

Jahmyr Gibbs and the Lions reached agreement on a three-year, $67.5 million deal that could be worth up to $75.75 million and includes $51.5 million guaranteed, agent Todd France told ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

2026-08-06 22:38 UTC