The University of Alabama has its second football alumnus from the first round of the NFL Draft signed a rookie contract.
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Jahmyr Gibbs, a former Crimson Tide running back, has inked his deal for the Detroit Lions. The native Georgian has a fully guaranteed contract of $17.8 million for four years. Gibbs has a fifth-year option and a $9.9 million signing bonus.
#Lions have signed draft pick RB Jahmyr Gibbs.
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) July 17, 2023
He got selected at No. 12 overall in the draft. The 5-foot-9, 199-pounder excelled in rookie minicamp, organized team activities (OTAs), and mandatory minicamp. Detroit likes what Gibbs brings as a runner, receiver, and return specialist. The coaching staff looks at him as someone that resembles Alvin Kamara and Christian McCaffrey. Gibbs, a transfer from Georgia Tech, became crucial to Alabama’s offensive attack in his lone season. He made several marquee plays that guided the Crimson Tide to 11 wins.
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Gibbs led the team in rushing with 926 yards. He posted seven rushing touchdowns, 444 receiving yards, and ten total touchdowns in 2022. The explosive playmaker also led the team in receptions (44).
He finished second-team All-SEC and second-team All-American for all-purpose yards via USA Today.
Gibbs assisted Alabama to an Allstate Sugar Bowl victory, and now he turns the page to the NFL.
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Stephen M. Smith is the managing editor and senior writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.
