Robinson and Gibbs Hold In During NFL Training Camp

As NFL training camps open across the league, the 2026 season is taking shape with teams reporting for summer preparations and fantasy football draft season entering full swing. The preseason will officially begin with the Hall of Fame Game on August 6, leading up to the regular season kickoff on September 9.

Two star running backs, Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs of the Detroit Lions, reported to camp but are not participating in team drills as they seek new contract extensions. Both players, entering their fourth NFL seasons after being first-round picks in 2023, are looking for long-term deals that reflect their status as offensive cornerstones. Robinson is coming off a 2025 campaign where he led the NFL with 1,478 rushing yards, while Gibbs has earned Pro Bowl honors in each of his first three seasons. The Lions and Falcons exercised fifth-year options for the 2027 season on both players earlier this year, but the players are seeking more immediate security. By reporting to camp but not practicing, a tactic known as a "hold-in," the players avoid daily fines while their representatives negotiate.

On the field, several teams are navigating significant...