Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs signs three-year extension, teammates congratulate him
Jahmyr Gibbs agreed to a three-year, $67.5 million contract with the Lions, and several current and former teammates posted congratulatory messages on social media.
Running back Jahmyr Gibbs secured a three-year extension worth $67.5 million with the Detroit Lions on Thursday evening, setting a record for the position. The deal prompted a series of social-media messages from teammates and former players. Former Lions running back David Montgomery, now with the Houston Texans, posted on Instagram, "Proud of you my dawg." Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown responded with an emoji reaction. Former Lions running backs Craig Reynolds, Jermar Jefferson and Penei Sewell also shared congratulatory posts, while offensive lineman Frank Ragnow added, "Nice guy too."