Following the conclusion of the 2024 season, the speedy running is eligible for a contract extension. There is a legitimate possibility Gibbs becomes the highest-paid running back in the history of the National Football League.

Jahmyr Gibbs had himself a heck of a game in Detroit's overtime win over the New York Giants in Week 12. The Lions dynamic running back took the opening handoff of overtime 69 yards for a go-ahead touchdown, giving the host Lions their first lead of the game. Detroit's defense made it stand up in the 34-27 win.

I think I put my hand up -- he was about 7 yards down the field. It’s just, you can see the angle he’s about to take and the angle the safety’s at -- it’s over."