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NFL, American Football – Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens looks on against the Indianapolis Colts at M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland, USA | Image Credits: Patrick Smith/Getty Images
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NFL, American Football – Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens looks on against the Indianapolis Colts at M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, Maryland, USA | Image Credits: Patrick Smith/Getty Images
The deadline for teams to franchise tags their players is crawling in quickly. With March 7 set to be the final date, the Baltimore Ravens are finally shining some light on their situation with their quarterback, Lamar Jackson. The Ravens are now considering franchise-tagging the quarterback. But with several rounds of negotiations falling through, we might see the Ravens using the non-exclusive tag on the QB. This will mean that other teams will be able to negotiate with Lamar Jackson for a possible contract deal.
While this might be the possible road ahead, Ravens fans also expressed their opinions online on the expected outcome of the Jackson saga.
Fans erupt over Ravens’ expected decision on Lamar Jackson
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According to a tweet by NFL insider Dov Kleiman, the Baltimore Ravens are looking to use their franchise tag option on Lamar Jackson. However, they are considering using the non-exclusive tag for the QB. This means that other teams can offer the QB a contract that the Ravens can match or decline, in exchange for two 1st round draft picks.
Update: Several people around the NFL believe that the #Ravens have strongly considered using the non-exclusive tag on QB Lamar Jackson, per @JFowlerESPN
That would allow teams to offer Jackson a contract that Ravens can either match or decline in exchange for two 1st-rounders. pic.twitter.com/bZrduj14xI
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) March 5, 2023
Fans took to social media to show their discontentment at the possible decision to be taken.
Mannn I hope Lamar finds a way out of Bmore, they don’t deserve him
— TheUrbanCEO (@TyronMcDaniel) March 5, 2023
That makes zero sense. If the decision is to trade him, then use the exclusive tag and then put him on the trade block. At least control the trade (picks and position) instead of just two firsts, that's a dumb offer
— Hurleybird420 (@420Hurleybird) March 5, 2023
Don’t do it. Not an elite thrower man
— Only One Podcast (@onlyonepodcastt) March 5, 2023
How can you botch a situation this badly if you’re the ravens ? Either give the guy the franchise tag or the extension if you’re committed to him ? If you’re not , move on & start over .
— Sean (@sapjfoofinn63) March 5, 2023
Do the Ravens really think another team isn’t going to pay him what he is asking for?
— NBA_Raven💜🏀 (@BigTrussRaven) March 5, 2023
Why would they use the non-exclusive tag when his value far exceeds two first round picks?
— YahMule (@TheYahMule) March 5, 2023
Lamar Jackson has been quite the asset for the Baltimore Ravens. He’s been a dominant force in his position. Despite the injury-prone season he’s had, the Ravens were still optimistic about not letting their star QB go.
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But now, as the franchise tag deadline is approaching, it seems that the Ravens do not wish to drag the whole situation further without a possible ending. It feels like that after reaching several dead ends; the Ravens are looking to move forward one way or another.
What does this mean for Jackson?
If Lamar Jackson is franchise tagged non-exclusively, it will mean that other teams will be able to make offers to Jackson, which the Ravens can either match or decline. This will also open up the doors for the quarterback to decide his own future in the NFL.
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We will finally see the last chapter of the Jackson saga unfold very soon. After days of speculations and discussions, the future of this QB will finally have a direction. What do you think will happen if Jackson gets a non-exclusive franchise tagged? Let us know in the comments below.
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