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The Lamar Jackson case is getting a little more interesting. Since the franchise tag is usually non-exclusive and no one has ever paid the price without it being clear that the franchising team did not want to keep the player, I think that prevented teams from seriously exploring an offer.
So Jackson's "rep" is apparently hinting that there is a serious rift with Baltimore. If there isn't a matching risk, teams might get involved - even teams that previously indicated they wouldn't be in the game. The key is clearing enough cap room to make an offer, so it has to come soon. I suppose that's why the hints are coming right now.
If it's real enough, and Baltimore wants out, they could ask for more than two firsts - especially if they can put together a sign-and-trade to keep it more immediately cap-friendly.
Deep down, though, I think this gets worked out and Jackson gets his money and stays with Baltimore.
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