Jahmyr Gibbs Holdout and RB Market Shift | Detroit Lions News

Detroit Lions News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Jahmyr Gibbs is holding out of Lions training camp, seen only in a hoodie amid a minor injury and unresolved contract talks—expected to pay him over $20M annually, possibly making him the highest-paid RB in the league. He’s not alone: Bijan Robinson and Jonathan Taylor are also waiting for massive extensions, sparking a league-wide standoff over running back market value. After years of underpayment, this trio could redefine the position’s worth—and who signs first may set the standard for all. With Detroit’s history of rewarding elite talent, Gibbs is widely expected to land his deal soon…