Josh Jacobs had his fifth-year option declined by the Las Vegas Raiders ahead of the 2022 season. He went on to have the best season of his young career. Instead of letting Jacobs hit free agency unrestricted, the Raiders placed the star running back under the franchise tag for 2023.
Last season, Jacobs had a career-high 1,653 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. Based on his performance in 2022, Jacobs was slated to be one of the most highly-sought free agents in the league.
Under the franchise tag, Jacobs is set to earn over $10 million, but the franchise’s goal is going to be to agree to terms on a long-term contract.
Raiders place franchise tag on RB Josh Jacobs. (via @RapSheet) pic.twitter.com/5jSYu98ezo
— NFL (@NFL) March 6, 2023
Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Josh Jacobs and other former Alabama players in the NFL as the 2023 offseason continues.
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