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The Detroit Lions were without one of their top stars when training camp began Wednesday.
Running back Jahmyr Gibbs was not on the field for the Lions’ opening practice. The 24-year-old player is entitled to a contract extension.
“You know how we feel about Gibbs and all of our guys,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said Wednesday, via The Athletic.
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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs warms up before a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Ford Field in Detroit on Dec. 4, 2025. (Images via Reuters Connect)
“This will continue. It will come as it comes. I think that’s the best way to put it. Both sides are working on something, and we’ll take it as it comes, but that’s where it is.”
Gibbs reported to camp and is not listed on the Lions’ list of those physically unable to perform or with non-football injuries, suggesting he is awaiting a new contract.
The Lions selected Jahmyr Gibbs with the 12th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, and he electrified the team’s offense immediately, quickly emerging as an integral part of the offense. In his rookie year, he ran for 945 yards and 10 touchdowns while catching 52 passes for 316 yards and one touchdown in 15 games.
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Dallas Cowboys cornerback Reddy Steward (27) tackles Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Dec. 4, 2025. (Images via Reuters Connect)
Gibbs took his game to another level in 2024, rushing for 1,412 yards and 16 touchdowns while catching 52 passes for 517 yards and four touchdowns.
Last season was the first time Gibbs started every game and he lived up to it. In 17 games, he rushed for 1,223 yards and 13 touchdowns while catching 77 passes for 616 yards and five touchdowns.
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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) celebrates his touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with teammate Tate Ratledge (69) during the second half on Oct. 20, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
He has made the Pro Bowl in all three seasons of his career.
Atlanta Falcons star running back Bijan Robinson was also absent from the team’s first day of training camp. His absence is related to the contract, according to The Athletic.
