Baltimore Beat Down · Apr 4, 2022
Ravens News 4/4: 4th round history and more
“Per a source with knowledge of the situation, Jackson has told the Ravens that he’s currently too focused on having his best possible year and that he doesn’t want to do a deal until the 2022 season is over,” PFT’s Mike Florio wrote.
This could play into the Ravens’ advantage now that the franchise tag is linked to the salary cap.
Jackson will play this season under a fifth-year option that pays him just over $23 million. If the Ravens and Jackson cannot reach a deal after the season, the team can use the franchise tag on him, which could be economically beneficial.
