Overview
- After the 44–30 win over Dallas, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport said Gibbs is Detroit’s “priority No. 1” for an extension as he becomes eligible for the first time.
- Analyses project a deal near four years and $84 million at more than $21 million annually, which would top Saquon Barkley’s current high for average salary.
- Reports referencing Over the Cap note such a pact would also exceed Josh Jacobs’ $48 million total value benchmark for the position.
- Rapoport indicated the Lions could move in the 2026 offseason despite two team-controlled years remaining, including the fifth-year option on Gibbs’ rookie deal.
- Gibbs has 1,062 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns this season, and he needs one more regular-season score to surpass Barry Sanders for most touchdowns before age 24.