Jahmyr Gibbs Contract Drama Looms | Detroit Lions News

Detroit Lions News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

Jahmyr Gibbs could be on the verge of becoming one of the NFL’s highest-paid running backs, but his contract talks are heating up—and possibly heating things up with the Lions. With training camp looming, whispers suggest Gibbs may skip voluntary practices until he’s locked in, fueled by analysts and insiders like Jon Jansen. The Lions, still under contract with Gibbs for a couple more seasons, might wait to see his impact in a bigger role before handing out a massive deal—but with head coach Dan Campbell calling him the “bell cow,” the stakes are high. This standoff underscores the delicate…