How much would Raiders’ franchise tag pay Josh Jacobs? Analyzing in-demand RB’s contract situation
When asked at the NFL Pro Games if Josh Jacobs would explore free agency, he said of course he would. He wants to be a Raider. Jacobs also said he would turn into a villain if the franchise were to tag him.
.@Raiders Running Back Josh Jacobs hasn't heard from the organization but wants to stay in Las Vegas.
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On March 3rd, Tom Pelissero reported that the Raiders plan on using the tag on Josh Jacobs if both sides don't reach a deal by Tuesday's deadline.
The #Raiders plan to place the franchise tag on star RB Josh Jacobs if the sides don’t reach a deal by Tuesday’s deadline, per sources.
The NFL’s leading rusher last season, Jacobs is viewed as a part of the future in Las Vegas. https://t.co/B91YRDnZE3
The tag would pay him about $10 million for this upcoming season, but he wants a long-term deal. The team will have until mid-July to reach a long-term deal with Josh Jacobs.
He led the league in rushing yards last year with a career-high 1,653 yards and 12 touchdowns. He was also named to the Pro Bowl and is a member of the First-Team All-Pro.
Josh Jacobs led all RBs in:
- PFF Grade (91.6)
- Rushing yards (1,653)
- First down runs (94)
- Missed tackles forced on runs (90 - PFF Record)
No. 10 on PFF's 101 best players from the 2022 season https://t.co/6qHgFzWCIU
The Raiders chose not to pick up Jacobs' fifth-year option that would have kept him under contract for the 2023 season at a cheaper price.
In his four seasons, he's recorded 4,740 yards, 40 touchdowns, 160 receptions, and 1,152 yards. He's been a Pro Bowler twice in his career and an All-Pro this past season.
Davante Adams, Josh Jacobs and Maxx Crosby have all been named to the Pro Bowl. #Raiders
Jacobs will become the sixth player in Raiders history to be franchise tagged. The last time they used it was in 2012 with Tyvon Branch.
Who else, besides Josh Jacobs, has/is expected to receive the franchise tag?
Washington Commanders defensive lineman Daron Payne was the first player to officially receive the franchise tag this off-season. He recorded a career-high 11.5 sacks last season along with a career-high 64 tackles last season. He'll make $18.937 this season.
Tight end Evan Engram is expected to be franchise tagged by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He had a career-high 73 catches for 766 yards, with four touchdowns this past season in his first season with the team. He'll make about $11.4 million this season.
Other prime candidates who could receive the tag are Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, running back Saquon Barkley, Batlimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, and Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard.