The Raiders made the decision to let Josh Jacobs test the free agent market, but it’s starting to feel like free agency is going to lead him right back to Las Vegas.
The Raiders and Jacobs are said to be inching toward a deal, and a report this week indicated that the former NFL rushing champion might be willing to accept a one-year deal from the Raiders if there isn’t a long-term offer on the table that he likes.
“There’s been a lot of talk about the pending free-agent running back market at the combine. I’m told the Las Vegas Raiders continue to negotiate with Josh Jacobs. Word on Thursday night was that Jacobs does not want a multi-year contract unless the numbers are huge and would be happy with a one-year deal to stay with the team.”
From the Raiders’ standpoint, there is no question that they want Jacobs back if the price is right. Pierce is a big fan of Jacobs, and team owner Mark Davis called him the “heart of our team” after the 2022 season.
Unfortunately for Jacobs, he isn’t coming away from a great season in 2023 and he is entering free agency along with some of the better running backs in the league. Derrick Henry, Austin Ekeler, Saquon Barkley and Tony Pollard are all set to become free agents this month.
As of now, the running backs expected to hit free agency next year don’t appear to be at the level of this year’s group. The top names on the list are projected to be Nick Chubb, Aaron Jones, James Conner and Joe Mixon.
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There were zero holes last year. I’d take Josh for a year. See if he recaptures the past, and take another a look next year.
Tough call because of last year, but I think mostly attributable to Oline.
Facts. He was getting hit in the backfield or the line of scrimmage a lot.. It was easy to see that but people want to say a 25 year old RB has lost a step… SMDH
Zues found some holes. Jacobs looked like a running back who was over used in 2022. That being said, I feel like Jacobs is due for a bounce back season.
Why would J.J. want to leave home?
He has the best facility in the NFL, The best teammates, the best coaching staff, the best front office, the greatest fanbase in the world.
Mark Davis father Al always took care of player and family to keep his core together.
Old school maybe but proven too work. If all JJ wants is $$$ he can get that anywhere, but if he wants loyalty and a family that will have his back, then he needs to stay HOME.
MARK MAKE IT HAPPEN.
Dear Raider fans, I was right about the Kansas City Chiefs. So, here is another one. The Las Vegas Raiders should sign Josh Jacobs to a deal that insures that Josh Jacobs retires as a
Raider.
Offer JJ 15 Mill for one year to play for his favorite coach. If he refuses , start checking out the rest of rbs , including rooks. We definitely need this man of top end professional character and adrenaline pumping talent. Lee Aulman , Raider fan since 1961 , when the rest of my family were 49er fan watching Y.A. Title
RE: JJacobs , Lakota has a clear read with regard to Raider Loyalty that I witnessed during the earlier times that brewed Super Bowl results. I’m hoping that Josh has that personal connection with Coach Pierce and Raider Nation.
We need JJ RN4L BABY
Get Derrick henery!
Zues found some holes. Jacobs looked like a running back who was over used in 2022. That being said, I feel like Jacobs is due for a bounce back season.