Lions Lock Down Gibbs with Five-Year Option

The Detroit Lions have secured their star running back, Jahmyr Gibbs, by exercising his fifth-year option, guaranteeing him $14.293 million for the 2027 season. Gibbs, drafted 12th overall in 2023, has already achieved back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons, tallying 3,580 rushing yards and 39 touchdowns in three years. Hes also proven himself in the passing game, catching 181 of 228 targets for 1,449 yards and 10 touchdowns. With David Montgomery out of the picture, Gibbs is poised to take over Detroits backfield and potentially become the top-paid running back in the league. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a4192e2033669fa2