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Lions' Gibbs Contract: Teammate Pushes for Extension
3 Aug
Summary
- Jameson Williams urged the Lions to sign Jahmyr Gibbs to an extension.
- Gibbs is currently holding in at training camp pending a deal.
- Bijan Robinson's contract is a key factor in Gibbs' negotiations.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams is urging the team to secure a contract extension for running back Jahmyr Gibbs. Williams highlighted Gibbs' significant impact on the offense, describing him as an "unstoppable" playmaker.
Gibbs has been participating in Lions training camp but has not engaged in full practice, awaiting a contract resolution. Reports indicate that negotiations between Gibbs and the team are not yet close to an agreement. The timing of any potential deal is complicated by the upcoming contract for fellow running back Bijan Robinson, as both players aim to set a new market standard.
Currently, the highest average annual salary for a running back is held by Saquon Barkley at $20 million. However, given Gibbs and Robinson's younger age compared to Barkley, they are expected to command a higher salary. This strategic positioning by both players and the team contributes to the ongoing delay in finalizing the contract.
