About this episode

Matt Dery discusses Jahmyr Gibbs' rising value and contract situation, quarterback rankings, and playoff prospects for the Detroit Lions.

Detroit Lions face contract drama as rumors swirl about Jahmyr Gibbs possibly holding out for a new deal, just as his value skyrockets after back-to-back standout seasons. Does Detroit risk losing its rising star, or will Brad Holmes pay up to keep the NFL’s top young running back? Matt Dery breaks down contract dynamics, rival running back salaries like Saquon Barkley and Christian McCaffrey, and how Gibbs’ role as bell cow shapes the Lions’ Super Bowl aspirations. Elsewhere, Jared Goff gets snubbed in Pro Football Focus’ quarterback rankings, fueling debate: is Goff truly outside the NFL’s top 15? Dery scrutinizes the latest QB lists, highlights Detroit’s league-leading nine top-10 positional rankings per ESPN, and examines what’s needed for a deep playoff run, from staying healthy in the secondary to maintaining favorable scheduling. Plus, former Lion Pat O’Connor’s underdog NFL legacy and a preview of Monday’s conversation with ex-quarterback Scott Mitchell.

People in this episode

Host: Matt Dery

Guest: Scott Mitchell

Topics covered

• Jahmyr Gibbs contract situation
• Detroit Lions
• NFL running backs
• quarterback rankings
• playoff aspirations
• Pat O’Connor legacy

Keywords

• Jahmyr Gibbs
• Detroit Lions
• NFL
• quarterback rankings
• contract drama
• Saquon Barkley
• Christian McCaffrey
• playoff run

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Organizations: Pro Football Focus, ESPN, Detroit Lions, Locked On Podcast Network

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