The Detroit Lions have made Jahmyr Gibbs the highest-paid running back in NFL history, according to multiple reports. The deal, announced by his agent Todd France on Instagram, is a three-year extension worth $67.5 million, including $51.5 million in guaranteed money. On an annual average basis, that amounts to an NFL-high $22.5 million per season.
The annual average value of Jahmyr Gibbs' new contract, the highest among running backs in the NFL.
Gibbs' production has been notable since entering the league. In his first three seasons, he has scored 39 rushing touchdowns and added 10 receiving touchdowns. In 2024, he led the NFL with 20 total touchdowns from scrimmage.
The Lions have been building around their draft picks. Along with Gibbs, the team has extended eight players they selected in the draft: Aidan Hutchinson, Jack Campbell, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Penei Sewell, Jameson Williams, Alim McNeill, and Kerby Joseph.
The team's recent success has raised its profile. Detroit won the NFC North in 2023, snapping a 32-year playoff victory drought, and advanced to the NFC Championship Game. In 2024, the Lions won a franchise-record 15 games and reached the playoffs again.
Gibbs' extension comes days after Bijan Robinson and Jonathan Taylor signed contracts worth over a million dollars with the Atlanta Falcons and Indianapolis Colts, respectively. The deal commits the Lions' star running back to the franchise through 2030.
