Wed, Aug 30, 3:25 PM EDTPaul Gutierrezespn2 analyses
Josh Jacobs, the NFL's reigning first-team All-Pro running back, has resolved his contract dispute with the Las Vegas Raiders and is ready to move forward. Jacobs sat out the offseason program and training camp but recently agreed to an adjusted one-year deal worth up to $12 million. He reported to the team and is physically ready for the season opener. Jacobs expressed his excitement to be back with his teammates and mentioned that he stayed in shape by working out at home and mentoring high school players. He also revealed that he changed his jersey number from 28 to 8, which he wore in high school and college.
  • Josh Jacobs has resolved his contract dispute with the Raiders and is ready to play.
  • He agreed to an adjusted one-year deal worth up to $12 million.
  • Jacobs is physically prepared for the season opener and hasn't missed a step.
  • He stayed in shape by working out at home and mentoring high school players.
  • Jacobs missed being around his teammates during his absence.
  • He changed his jersey number from 28 to 8.
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  • Jacobs resolved his contract dispute and is ready to move forward.
  • He agreed to an adjusted one-year deal worth up to $12 million.
  • Jacobs is physically prepared for the season opener and hasn't missed a step.
  • He stayed in shape by working out at home and mentoring high school players.
  • Jacobs missed being around his teammates during his absence.
  • He changed his jersey number from 28 to 8.
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  • The Raiders have resolved the contract dispute with Josh Jacobs.
  • Jacobs' return brings energy and camaraderie to the running back room.
  • Jacobs' absence allowed him to spend more time with family and work on personal projects.