

The Facts: Whereas fellow franchise-tagged RB Saquon Barkley and the New York Giants have recently engaged in contract talks, the same can’t be said for Jacobs and Raiders. Coming off an All-Pro season, Las Vegas appears set on letting Jacobs play out the 2023 season on the franchise tag. Examining Jacobs’ current situation in Las Vegas, ESPN’s Dan Graziano explained why he thinks the Raiders could easily let Jacobs walk after the upcoming season. “I haven’t heard as much on the Jacobs situation, which could indicate that he’s less likely to get his deal. Obviously, a lot can change, and if one of these guys signs before the deadline, he’ll establish a framework the other one can use.
Diehards Line:Barkley getting a deal could make it more likely that Jacobs gets one, too. But Raiders HC Josh McDaniels has engaged in a lot of roster turnover since he got to Vegas, indicating that he didn’t love what was in place before he got there. ... Meanwhile, owed $10 million fully guaranteed this upcoming season, Jacobs isn’t subject to any fines for missing training camp because he hasn’t signed his contract. Las Vegas can negotiate with him until the extension deadline until July 17, but it appears a long-term deal isn’t happening.