What happened: Jahmyr Gibbs becomes the NFL's highest-paid running back by annual value. The agreement ends a contract standoff that kept him out of Detroit's opening practice.
Why it matters: Detroit secures its lead back beyond the two remaining seasons of team control. The commitment sets a new salary benchmark at the position before the 2026 season.
By the numbers: The extension averages $22.5 million before incentives. Its $8.25 million incentive ceiling lifts the maximum annual value to $25.25 million, while guarantees 3% of the base deal.
What to watch: Attention turns to how Detroit manages Gibbs' workload during the preseason.