CONFIRMED: The Detroit Lions Officially Reward Running Back Jahmyr Gibbs for Breakout 2024 Season With Massive $250 Million Contract Extension
The Detroit Lions have made a bold and historic move, officially securing the future of one of the NFL’s brightest young stars. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs has signed a blockbuster five-year, $250 million contract extension following a sensational 2024 season that saw him emerge as one of the most electrifying offensive talents in the league. The deal makes Gibbs one of the highest-paid players in NFL history, a rare feat for a running back in a league often dominated by quarterback contracts.
Gibbs, just two years into his NFL career, has quickly become the cornerstone of the Lions’ offense. After being selected 12th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, the former Alabama standout showed flashes of brilliance during his rookie season. However, it was his 2024 campaign that truly cemented his place among the league’s elite. Gibbs racked up over 2,000 all-purpose yards, including 1,480 rushing yards and 20 total touchdowns — a new single-season franchise record for Detroit.
The Lions’ front office, led by general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell, wasted no time in locking in their star player. “Jahmyr’s work ethic, talent, and leadership have transformed our offense,” Holmes said in a press conference announcing the deal. “He embodies everything we want in a Detroit Lion — tough, explosive, and committed to winning.”
Gibbs’ extension is a clear signal that the Lions are all-in on building a championship-caliber team. With quarterback Jared Goff already signed through 2026 and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown recently extended, Detroit’s offensive core is set for the foreseeable future. The investment in Gibbs further cements the team’s identity as a balanced, hard-nosed, and dynamic offense.
While running backs have typically faced declining value in recent years, Gibbs’ contract breaks the mold. His versatility as both a runner and receiver out of the backfield makes him uniquely valuable in today’s game. Analysts point out that his impact rivals that of a top-tier wide receiver — justifying the record-setting extension.
Gibbs expressed his gratitude in a heartfelt statement shared on social media shortly after the announcement. “It’s a blessing beyond words,” he wrote. “To be part of this team, this city, and this incredible fanbase means everything to me. I’m just getting started, and I can’t wait to bring a championship to Detroit.”
Fans have embraced the move with overwhelming enthusiasm, seeing it as a vote of confidence in a player who could lead them to sustained success. With the Lions coming off a playoff appearance in 2024 and boasting one of the most exciting young rosters in the league, expectations are soaring in the Motor City.
As Gibbs begins this next chapter of his career, the message is clear: Detroit believes in him — and they’re paying him like a superstar.
