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How much Jahmyr Gibbs' 5th-year contract option is worth with Lions, and what it means for extension
TL;DR
The Detroit Lions have exercised Jahmyr Gibbs' fifth-year contract option, extending his deal through the 2027 season. This decision was anticipated due to Gibbs' strong performance.
Key points
- Detroit Lions exercised Jahmyr Gibbs' fifth-year option
- Contract extension applies to the 2027 season
- Decision was expected due to Gibbs' performance
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The Detroit Lions made a decision everyone was expecting.
On Tuesday night, they exercised the fifth-year option on Jahmyr Gibbs' contract, which applies to the 2027 season. Multiple outlets reported the news.
Gibbs' rookie contract applied its first four built-in years through 2026, and then the Lions had the option to keep him around for a fifth season from that initial deal. Given Gibbs' level of play, there was no doubt the Lions would do this.
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Jahmyr Gibbs' fifth-year option salary
For 2027, Gibbs will be paid $14.293 million.
Jahmyr Gibbs extension update
The Lions are still hoping to sign Gibbs to an extension.
If they do, it will likely at least partially incorporate this option salary.
Could that mean Gibbs gets $15 million or more per year? It certainly seems that way.
Why Jack Campbell didn't get same move
The Lions declined the linebacker Campbell's option in the same sequence of moves.
Q&A
What is the value of Jahmyr Gibbs' fifth-year contract option with the Lions?
The specific value of Jahmyr Gibbs' fifth-year contract option has not been disclosed, but it extends his contract through the 2027 season.
Why did the Lions exercise Jahmyr Gibbs' fifth-year option?
The Lions exercised Gibbs' fifth-year option due to his strong level of play, making it a predictable decision.
What does exercising the fifth-year option mean for Jahmyr Gibbs' future with the Lions?
Exercising the fifth-year option means the Lions will retain Gibbs for an additional season, allowing for potential contract extension discussions in the future.