The Facts: Following up on the ongoing story. ... Jacobs confirmed today his representatives have spoken with the team about his future and that the organization is asking him to take a significant pay cut. The seven-year veteran says he would consider one, though not a significant slashing of the $4.9 million he’s owed in the final season of his contract. “I want to stay in New York a whole lot, man, because this is where I started,” Jacobs said in an interview with NBC-4’s Bruce Beck. “But I’m not willing to sell my soul, you know?"
Diehards Line:Citing sources with knowledge of the talks between the two sides, Star-Ledger staffer Mike Garafolo reports the Giants are interested in bringing Jacobs back but not at the current price. Garafolo's source didn’t provide specifics of the team’s offer but said it’s a big cut from what Jacobs is currently scheduled to make. Jacobs, 29, is believed to be seeking a multi-year deal. “I feel like I can give somebody about three more years and I’m looking forward to being done after that," he said. "But right now I’m not done. I’ve still got a lot of gas in my tank and I’m ready to go. ..." Stay tuned.