The Oakland Raiders have agreed to a one-year contract with running back Josh Jacobs worth up to $12 million, according to an Associated Press source. The deal was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Jacobs, the 24th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, has been a key part of the Raiders’ offense since his rookie season. He has rushed for 1,150 yards and 11 touchdowns in two seasons and has also caught 57 passes for 543 yards and two touchdowns.
The Raiders have been looking to lock up Jacobs for the long term and this deal is a step in that direction. The contract includes $10 million in guaranteed money and could be worth up to $12 million if all incentives are met.
Jacobs is the latest in a long line of young players the Raiders have signed to long-term deals this offseason. They have also signed wide receiver Hunter Renfrow, safety Johnathan Abram, defensive tackle Maurice Hurst, and linebacker Cory Littleton to multi-year contracts.
The Raiders are hoping that Jacobs can help them return to the playoffs for the first time since 2016. He is a talented runner who can also be a threat in the passing game, making him a valuable asset for the Raiders’ offense.
Jacobs is the latest in a long line of young players the Raiders have signed to long-term deals this offseason, and it looks like they are committed to building a team that can compete for years to come. With Jacobs in the backfield, the Raiders should be able to make some noise in the AFC West this season.
