PATIENCE: Just WHEN will the Jahmyr Gibbs extension come from the Detroit Lions?

Detroit Lions face pivotal decisions on Jahmyr Gibbs’ future as contract extension talks heat up. Can the Lions lock down their "bell cow" running back, or is the front office waiting for Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons to set the running back market? Matt Dery examines the short shelf life of NFL backs, contrasts Gibbs’ production to Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey, and questions whether Gibbs’ next deal could eclipse Jack Campbell’s recent extension.   Concerns mount on defense as Kerby Joseph’s injury lingers and Brian Branch's return remains uncertain, leaving major questions in the Lions’ secondary. With rumors swirling about a possible Quandre Diggs reunion, Dery explores if Detroit should chase veteran experience or rely on new signings like Christian Izien for depth. Get expert insight on Detroit’s offensive strategy under Drew Petzing and how these contract moves could shape the Lions’ bid for NFC dominance. #firstlisten     Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now.     Square If you’re starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at https://square.com/go/LockedOnNFL.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-lions/   Locked On NFL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nfl/   #Lions #DetroitLions #NFL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.