Jackson get tagged in Philly

He certainly did do himself any favors with the way he performed this season... I'm glad this clown plays in Philly.
 
did NOT see this coming - was this today or something??? i feel like i was under a rock past couple days
 
Kinda expected them to tag him. He's a head case, but he's also very electric and when his head is right, he's a stud. Hard to let talents like that walk out the door.
 
Don't be surprised if this wasn't done so they could trade him. Just sayin.......
 
mudloggerone said:
Could well be and that would make more sense to me but the club is again saying that's not the case.
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Uh, no they are not. Granted GM did say at one point they would like to sign him long term, but that was about it. No real defense of wanting him at all.
 
You could have a point there PhiCin. There's this just out.
NFL.com's Mike Lombardi reports that the Eagles are searching for "more than a third-rounder" in trade talks for franchise player DeSean Jackson.
"Philadelphia initially will claim it wants a first-rounder, but privately will take a little less," adds Lombardi. We suspect the Eagles won't be offered a first-round or a second-round pick for a player with a questionable on-field attitude who will also require a pricey, long-term contract. The most likely outcome remains Jackson playing the 2012 season in Philadelphia. Source: NFL.com
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According to CBSSports.com's Mike Freeman, there is debate within the Eagles front office as to whether or not the team can "truly trust" franchise player DeSean Jackson with a long-term deal.
This is hardly a shocking report. The front-running Jackson was a picture of immaturity in a contract year, too often disappearing on the field. If the Eagles trusted him as a player likely to stay motivated under a long-term deal, he would have been extended by now. Per Freeman, the Eagles remain "open" to a trade. Don't hold your breath on that one. Source: CBSSports.com
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DeSean Jackson released a statement Thursday, indicating he's "honored" that the Eagles organization perceives him as a franchise player.
"I look forward to getting a long-term deal done soon and being an Eagle for many years to come," added Jackson. The two sides had been negotiating an extension over the past week, but remained "far apart." Expected to sign his tender shortly, Jackson would have no reason to skip offseason workouts in protest. The Philadelphia Inquirer considers a trade "unlikely." Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News
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Yesterday's news:
CSN Philly's Reuben Frank confirms the Eagles intend to keep franchise player DeSean Jackson rather than trading him this offseason.
Despite a lack of progress on a long-term deal for two years, the Eagles insist their aim is still to lock up Jackson. While we have a hard time believing GM Howie Roseman won't be willing to listen to offers, the chances of a trade are a small. Interested teams will have to meet the Eagles' asking price while also satisfying Jackson's exorbitant contract demands. Source: Reuben Frank on Twitter
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And finally the GM's thoughts as long ago as yesterday at 4 pm
Eagles assigned the franchise tag to WR DeSean Jackson.
"We want DeSean to be an Eagle for the long haul and this is a step ... to accomplish that," announced GM Howie Roseman. "We will continue our efforts on getting a long-term deal done with him." We wouldn't hold our breath on that one. The Eagles are open to trade offers on Jackson, though the most likely scenario is a return to Philadelphia at $9.4 million, perhaps after missing offseason workouts in protest. If Jackson shows improved attitude and production, the Eagles can then reward him with a long-term deal in November. Mar 1 - 4:24 PM
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These are divorce proceedings.
Jackson didn't get a "no franchise tag" clause in the pre-nup.

It's turning into a "War of The Roses" with both parties living in the same house.

Are the Eagles violating the spirit of the "Franchise Tag"?
I would think the NFLPA would confront the Ethics committee, either via the Commissioner or Congress.
 
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