The Detroit Lions have rewarded several key members of their team with significant contract extensions.

Recently, two high-profile NFL players have set new benchmarks for their respective positions, with running back Saquon Barkley and defensive end Maxx Crosby securing massive extensions.

Barkley became the highest-paid running back in the NFL after agreeing to a two-year, $41.2 million extension, which includes $36 million in fully guaranteed money.

Crosby, on the other hand, reportedly agreed to a three-year, $106.5 million extension, which guarantees him $91.5 million. At 27 years old, Crosby is now the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

According to the Raiders’ team website, “Among defensive linemen in the NFL since 2019, Crosby ranks first in tackles for loss (105), fourth in tackles (364), tied for fourth in sacks (59.5), fourth in quarterback hits (144), and fifth in quarterback pressures (346). He also ranks third in Raiders’ history with 59.5 career sacks, while his 364 total tackles are the most in franchise history for a defensive lineman in their first six NFL seasons.”

Last season, Crosby posted 7.5 sacks, 17 tackles for loss, 20 quarterback hits, and 35 quarterback pressures.

Since being drafted by the Raiders in 2019, Crosby has accumulated 59.5 sacks, 364 tackles (232 solo), 105 tackles for loss, 23 passes defensed, nine forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries across six NFL seasons.

Lions general manager Brad Holmes noted at the scouting combine that the team has begun planning for a long-term contract extension for the former Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman.

With the contract bar now set, it’s reasonable to expect Hutchinson to pursue a four-year deal worth more than $140 million.

Gibbs is under contract through the 2026 season, with the option for the team to exercise his fifth-year option after next season.