Full Details Emerge From Jack Campbell’s New Lions Contract
The Detroit Lions reportedly signed Jack Campbell to a four year, $81 million contract extension.
The Detroit Lions did not just lock up Jack Campbell for the future. They made him one of the highest paid linebackers in the entire NFL. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport , Campbell’s newly signed extension is worth four years and $81 million, with a massive $51.
5 million guaranteed. The deal reportedly carries an average annual value of $20. 25 million per season.
Lions reward one of NFL’s rising defensive stars Campbell has rapidly developed into one of the foundational leaders of Detroit’s defense since being selected No. 18 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. After a strong rookie season and an impressive Year 2 leap, Campbell fully broke out in 2025.
The former University of Iowa standout earned Pro Bowl and All Pro honors while wearing the green dot helmet for Detroit’s defense. Last season, Campbell posted: 176 total tackles 89 solo tackles 5 sacks 3 forced fumbles According to Pro Football Focus, Campbell also led the NFL with 44 run stops. Detroit clearly viewed him as a player worth building around long term.