Quick Info
| Profession | American professional football running back |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 20/03/2002 |
| Age | 24 years |
| Birthplace | Dalton, Georgia, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Jahmyr Gibbs
11/10/2026
Gibbs passed Hall of Famer Barry Sanders in the Detroit Lions' franchise record books during a Week 6 win over the Arizona Cardinals. The milestone added to his standing as one of the team's most productive players in its history.
07/08/2026
The Detroit Lions announced a contract extension for Jahmyr Gibbs through the 2030 season. Outlets reported it as a three-year deal that made him the highest-paid running back in the NFL, ending a contract dispute that had kept him away from practice. Gibbs said afterward that the process had been stressful and that he was glad to focus on football.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Running back for the Detroit Lions of the NFL. |
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| College | Georgia Tech and Alabama. |
| Draft | Selected 12th overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. |
| Recent Contract | Signed a contract extension through the 2030 season in August 2026, reported as making him the NFL's highest-paid running back. |
| Franchise Records | Has the most scrimmage touchdowns by an NFL player through three seasons and passed Barry Sanders in Lions franchise record books in October 2026. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 9 in |
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| Weight | 202 lbs |
| Position | Running back |
| Jersey Number | 0 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Alabama |
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| Other College | Georgia Tech |
| High School | Dalton High School |
Family
| Son | Ethan |
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Career
| NFL Team | Detroit Lions |
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| NFL Debut | 2023 |
| Notable Achievement | Three-time Pro Bowl selection (2023, 2024, 2025). |
| Contract Extension | Three-year extension through the 2030 season, announced 07/08/2026 (reported value about $67.5 million to $75.75 million across outlets) |
| Career Scrimmage Stats | Through three seasons: 675 rushing attempts for 3,580 yards and 39 rushing touchdowns, plus 181 receptions for 1,449 yards and 10 receiving touchdowns. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played college football at both Georgia Tech and Alabama. | |
| 2. Prepped at Dalton High School in Georgia. | |
| 3. Known for contributions as both a runner and receiver. | |
| 4. Was the most popular pick at No. 1 in fantasy football drafts for the 2026 season, and said he would select himself first. |
