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Gibbs admits 'extremely stressful' situation...

Jahmyr Gibbs admits contract extension talks with Lions were 'extremely stressful'

Aidan Hutchinson is already putting together the résumé of a future NFL superstar.

After returning from a broken leg, the Lions pass rusher responded with a career-high 14.5 sacks in 2025, proving he's one of the league's most dominant defensive players.

According to this projection, Hutchinson isn't a Hall of Fame lock yet, but he's on an outstanding trajectory. If he stays healthy, he has a realistic chance to join the exclusive group of players with 100 career sacks before turning 30.

Detroit has several young stars, but Hutchinson currently stands out as the franchise's strongest Hall of Fame candidate.

The Lions are betting on a championship window 🦁💰

With Jahmyr Gibbs signing a 3-year, $67.5 million extension, Detroit has once again doubled down on the core that has turned the franchise into a perennial contender.

Over the last few years, the Lions have handed out extensions to nearly every cornerstone of their roster:

🔹Jahmyr Gibbs — 3 years, $67.5M
🔹Aidan Hutchinson — 4 years, $180M
🔹Jack Campbell — 4 years, $81M
🔹Jared Goff — 4 years, $212M
🔹Amon-Ra St. Brown — 4 years, $120.01M
🔹Penei Sewell — 4 years, $112M
🔹Jameson Williams — 3 years, $80M
🔹Kerby Joseph — 4 years, $85M
🔹Alim McNeill — 4 years, $97M

This is a franchise sending a message: Our championship window is wide open, and we’re keeping this core together to bring a Lombardi Trophy to Detroit 🏆

Detroit Lions sign veteran DT Ben Stille during training camp

Lions bring in veteran defensive tackle amid training camp The Detroit Lions added veteran defensive tackle Ben Stille during training camp as they prepare for the start of the 2026 NFL season.

The Lions didn’t just pay a running back. They invested in one of the league’s brightest young stars. Jahmyr Gibbs has officially reset the RB market, earning the biggest contract ever for a player at his position.

Now that the record-breaking deal is done, the expectations get even bigger. Detroit is betting that Gibbs can continue to be a game changer and help lead the Lions on a deep playoff run. 💰🦁🔥

Jahmyr Gibbs’ hold-in appears far from over 🚨

The Lions star running back remained on the sidelines in street clothes during practice and there’s still no indication that his ongoing hold-in is close to ending.

When approached by reporters afterward, Gibbs kept his answers short and cryptic.

“Only time will tell.” 🗣️

As training camp rolls on, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: Detroit’s biggest offensive star isn’t in any rush to return without his situation being resolved ⏳

The Alabama star believes his fellow Crimson Tide standout and Lions star will soon get paid.

Jahmyr Gibbs will love Derrick Henry’s mic drop after Bijan Robinson deal The Lions are experiencing a "hold-in" involving Jahmyr Gibbs. But Derrick Henry believes this Gibbs will earn something huge soon.

The running back market is shaking up, and all eyes are on Detroit!

Lions: GM gives cryptic answer on Jahmyr Gibbs contract talks after Bijan Robinson deal Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes addresses contract negotiations with Jahmyr Gibbs following Bijan Robinson's historic contract extension.

Tate Ratledge talked about his training camp battles with Alim McNeill, noting that McNeill has reclaimed the elite athletic traits that make him a force in the Lions' defensive line after last season was complicated by the ACL tear that he suffered in December 2024. 📈👏

Aidan Hutchinson posted 54 tackles, 14.5 sacks, and 4 forced fumbles across 17 games last season.

He earned Second-Team All-Pro honors while leading the entire NFL in total pressures generated off the edge.

Is he ready to put up even bigger numbers in Detroit this season? 👇