One of the Detroit Lions biggest training camp storylines officially moved onto the practice field Wednesday morning.Star running back Jahmyr Gibbs did not participate in Detroits opening practice while awaiting a new contract, according to Lions beat writer Dave Birkett.Gibbs reported to camp, so this appears to be a hold-in rather than a traditional holdout. He is with the team but is choosing not to practice while his representatives and the Lions continue working toward a long-term extension.Adam Schefter Says a Deal Could Come SoonThe situation should not necessarily be viewed as a sign that negotiations are falling apart.ESPNs Adam Schefter reported Tuesday that Gibbs could receive a new contract within the next couple of weeks. Detroit has already made the former first-round pick one of its top extension priorities, and Brad Holmes has repeatedly shown a willingness to reward foundational players before their rookie contracts expire.Gibbs currently has two seasons of team control remaining after Detroit exercised his fifth-year option. That gives the Lions leverage, but it does not remove the urgency to secure one of the NFLs most explosive offensive players for the long term.Gibbs Has Earned a Massive PaydayThe Lions traded David Montgomery during the offseason and have publicly positioned Gibbs as the centerpiece of their rushing attack.He rushed for 1,223 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2025 while adding 77 receptions for 616 yards and five more scores. Detroits own roster preview described him as the bell cow of a backfield expected to lean heavily on his speed and versatility.That increased responsibility will become part of the contract conversation.Gibbs is expected to seek a deal that places him among the NFLs highest-paid running backs, potentially resetting the market at the position. Detroit must also navigate eventual extensions for Sam LaPorta and Brian Branch, but Gibbs appears to be first in line.Lions Can Afford to Be Patient for NowMissing one training camp practice is not a crisis.Gibbs participated during Detroits offseason program and already understands the offense. Running backs also require fewer timing-based repetitions than quarterbacks, receivers or offensive linemen.The situation becomes more noteworthy if his absence stretches into several practices or preseason preparation.For now, this looks like a calculated business decision from a player who knows his value and a franchise that appears motivated to keep him.Bottom LineJahmyr Gibbs is at Lions training camp, but he is not practicing while waiting for a new contract.Dave Birketts report confirms that the possibility of a training camp hold-in has become reality. Adam Schefters update offers reason to believe it may not last long, with a deal potentially arriving within the next couple of weeks.Detroit wants Gibbs as the centerpiece of its offense.Gibbs wants the contract that comes with that responsibility.Now Brad Holmes has to close the deal.