Josh Jacobs has shocking update on extension talks with Raiders

Sure, it's early in the process, but if the Raiders have yet to discuss a contract with Jacobs after the season he had, it's logical to question if the team sees the running back in its future. Regardless, Jacobs is committed to being a Raider and wants to stay in Vegas. 

"I'm not going to lie, this is where I want to be," Jacobs said. "I've grown a fan base here. I'm deep into this organization. I've broke records, and I've built a home here."

Jacobs' 2022 emergence, in what amounted to a prove-it season, came at the right time after the Raiders declined the fifth-year option on his rookie contract. Now, headed for unrestricted free agency, Jacobs is in for a healthy payday. And while he hopes it comes from the Raiders, Jacobs admitted he'd be foolish not to test the waters on the open market. 

"This is where I want to be, but at the same time, it's gotta make sense," Jacobs said. "I'm not going to let them come in and disrespect me or anything like that." 

Paying a running back is always risky, but Jacobs is likely worth it as he enters the prime of his career. 

The 24-year-old is coming off the best season of his four-year career. Jacobs rushed for 1,653 yards to lead the NFL and tied a career-high with 12 touchdowns, good enough for fifth in the league. He also set the Raiders' franchise record for most rushing yards (4,638) through a player's first four seasons, passing Hall of Famer Marcus Allen.