Skyler Gill-Howard's contract explained
Skyler Gill-Howard is an interior defensive lineman for the Detroit Lions, with a $4.7M contract that runs through 2029, averaging $1.2M a year. $283K of it is guaranteed. His 2026 cap hit is $956K. PlainStats calculated these figures from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale.
- Position
- Interior defensive lineman
- Team
- Detroit Lions
- Age
- 23
- Total value
- $4.7M
- Average per year
- $1.2M
- Guaranteed
- $283K
- Fully guaranteed at signing
- $283K
- Runs through
- 2029
- 2026 cap hit
- $956K
Calculated by PlainStats from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale (not a reported figure).
2026 stats
- Games
- 6
- Defense
- 11 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, 2 sacks, 5 QB hits
Regular season through week 8. Source: nflverse.
Quick answers
How much does Skyler Gill-Howard make?
Skyler Gill-Howard has a $4.7M contract, which averages $1.2M a year. PlainStats calculated this from the CBA rookie scale.
How long is Skyler Gill-Howard's contract?
Skyler Gill-Howard's contract runs through the 2029 season.
How much of Skyler Gill-Howard's contract is guaranteed?
$283K of the $4.7M is guaranteed. $283K was fully guaranteed at signing. These are PlainStats calculations.
What is Skyler Gill-Howard's 2026 cap hit?
Skyler Gill-Howard counts $956K against the Lions' 2026 cap.
What team does Skyler Gill-Howard play for?
Skyler Gill-Howard plays interior defensive lineman for the Detroit Lions.
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