Baltimore Ravens Issue Non-Exclusive Franchise Tag to Lamar Jackson

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The Baltimore Ravens have made a big move in the NFL offseason, issuing the non-exclusive franchise tag to quarterback Lamar Jackson. This move ensures that Jackson will remain with the Ravens for at least one more season, and gives the team the opportunity to negotiate a long-term deal with him.

Jackson has been a star for the Ravens since being drafted in 2018, leading the team to a 14-2 record and an AFC North title in 2019. He was named the NFL MVP for his performance that season, becoming the youngest player ever to win the award. He also set the single-season record for rushing yards by a quarterback, with 1,206 yards.

The non-exclusive franchise tag allows the Ravens to retain Jackson’s rights while allowing other teams to negotiate with him. If another team signs Jackson to an offer sheet, the Ravens can match it and keep him. If they choose not to match, they will receive two first-round draft picks as compensation.

The Ravens have made it clear that they want to keep Jackson long-term, and this move gives them the opportunity to do so. It also gives them some leverage in negotiations, as they can use the threat of another team signing Jackson as motivation for him to sign a deal with them.

This move is a smart one by the Ravens, as it ensures that they will have one of the best quarterbacks in the league for at least one more season. It also gives them time to work out a long-term deal with Jackson, which could keep him in Baltimore for many years to come.

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