Title: Star Running Back Josh Jacobs to End Holdout, Expected to Report to Raiders Before Week 1
In a major development for the Las Vegas Raiders, star running back Josh Jacobs is expected to end his holdout and report to the team before the start of the regular season. Jacobs, who had not participated in the Raiders’ offseason program since receiving the franchise tag in March, had previously threatened to hold out into the 2023 season if a long-term deal was not reached.
The Raiders had been in a standoff with their talented running back, but it seems that a resolution is finally in sight. Jacobs will either play on the terms of the $10.1 million franchise tag or a modified one-season salary. The team and the player have not disclosed details of the potential agreement.
Jacobs’ decision to end his holdout follows a similar situation involving Saquon Barkley, the star running back of the New York Giants. Barkley entertained the idea of holding out during the season, but eventually agreed to a revised one-year deal.
It is speculated that negotiations between the Raiders and running back Dalvin Cook of the Minnesota Vikings may have indirectly influenced Jacobs’ decision. Cook settled for a one-year, $7 million deal, perhaps prompting Jacobs to reassess his own contract situation.
In Jacobs’ absence during the offseason program, second-year reserve Zamir White has been handling RB1 duties for the Raiders. However, when Jacobs returns, coach Josh McDaniels has hinted at initially splitting the carries between Jacobs and White, even if Jacobs is able to make it back in time for Week 1.
McDaniels stressed the importance of practice time for every player to ensure they are ready to perform at the desired level in the highly competitive NFL. However, it remains to be seen how ready Jacobs will be after missing valuable practice and team bonding sessions during the offseason.
As the regular season draws near, all eyes will be on Jacobs’ return to the Raiders and how he will fit into the team’s plans. With high expectations for the upcoming season, the Raiders will be hoping that their star running back can quickly regain his form and make an immediate impact on the field.
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