How the Lions Can Afford Brian Branch AND Sam LaPorta, Even After Gibbs' Contract

The Detroit Lions made Jahmyr Gibbs the highest-paid running back in NFL history, but what does his massive extension mean for Brian Branch and Sam LaPorta? Despite Detroit committing huge money to Gibbs, Aidan Hutchinson, Jack Campbell, Jared Goff, Penei Sewell and other core players, the Lions still have a realistic path to keeping Branch and LaPorta long term. Mike Payton breaks down how Jahmyr Gibbs' contract is structured, the Lions' projected salary-cap situation, potential Brian Branch and Sam LaPorta extensions, and the moves Brad Holmes can make to create even more cap space. Play A to Z Sports Daily Games: https://atozsports.com/games For more LIONS coverage: https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LionsFans4Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atozsportslions/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/AtoZSportsNFL TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@atozsportsdetroitlions #detroitlions #lionsnation #lionsfootball #detroitlionsnews