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Detroit makes Jahmyr Gibbs NFL's newest highest-paid running back with 3-year deal
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk PAULA PASCHE, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The deal is for three years and is worth up to $75.
A recent development in the NFL has been reported, involving the Detroit Lions and one of their players. Jahmyr Gibbs has agreed to a contract extension with the team. 7 million.
This contract extension makes Gibbs the highest-paid running back in the NFL, according to his agents. The announcement was made by Athletes First on Thursday. Gibbs had taken the field earlier that day, marking his first time doing so since a previous event.
Further details about the contract and its implications are available from the source, ValleyCentral.
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Category: parks Published: August 6, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports Reading time: 1 min
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