Quote (bogie160 @ Mar 10 2023 12:32am)
An agent would have had him talking indirectly with every interested team by now. They'd know what he wants and his agent would have a defined sense for what they're willing to give.
Teams don't need to actively collude here, they don't want to pay him a fully guaranteed contract, his style of play isn't great for his longevity, and he comes with a backlog of injuries at a position where you need 100% availability. You can't be missing 5 games a season. The $250 million would have to be paid up front in the form of escrow, which is hard for many owners to do. And there's likely significant reticence to put an offer in, piss off your starter (looking at Miami) only to have the Ravens turn around and match.
Tl:dr - Get an agent and accept $130-150m guaranteed and get them to chop a year off the end so you get another payday sooner, which is in his interests given his shorter career arc.
It's true that in situations like this, agents play a crucial role in negotiating with interested teams and finding the best possible deal for their clients. However, it's important to note that collusion among teams is illegal and can result in severe consequences for both the teams and the league.
Regarding the financial aspect of the potential contract, it's understandable that teams would be hesitant to offer a fully guaranteed contract given the injury risks associated with playing quarterback in the NFL.
Overall, while it's certainly possible that teams are exploring the possibility of acquiring Jackson, it's important to approach these negotiations with transparency and fairness to avoid any legal or ethical issues.