Predicting the MASSIVE Contract Jahmyr Gibbs Could Land with Detroit Lions
The Lions may need to pay Jahmyr Gibbs sooner rather than later after the running back market exploded.
The Detroit Lions may have just gotten a major wake-up call regarding the future price tag for Jahmyr Gibbs . And the timing could not be more important. Last week, the Miami Dolphins handed star running back De’Von Achane a massive four year, $65 million contract extension, making him the highest paid running back in the NFL.
That deal immediately changed the conversation surrounding Gibbs’ next contract in Detroit. Because if Achane is worth $65 million, Gibbs is almost certainly going to cost significantly more. Jahmyr Gibbs has become one of NFL’s elite weapons At this point, Gibbs is not just viewed as a great running back.
He is viewed as one of the NFL’s premier offensive weapons overall. Since arriving in Detroit as a first round pick in 2023, Gibbs has become a nightmare matchup for opposing defenses because of his explosiveness, versatility, and game breaking speed. Whether lining up in the backfield, motioning into the slot, or turning short touches into long touchdowns, Gibbs has evolved into a foundational piece of Dan Campbell’s offense.
And the scary part? He may still be getting better. Lions may now be racing the market The problem for Detroit is the running back market suddenly appears to be climbing again.