AP source: Lamar Jackson gets nonexclusive tag from Ravens
By NOAH TRISTER
AP Sports Writer
The Baltimore Ravens say they are designating Lamar Jackson as their franchise player. That prevents him from becoming an unrestricted free agent this month after the expiration of his rookie contract. A person with knowledge of the situation says Jackson is receiving the nonexclusive version of the franchise tag. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because that detail hadn’t been announced. The nonexclusive tag means Jackson can negotiate with other teams. But the Ravens would have a chance to match any agreement.
