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Ravens use franchise tag on Lamar Jackson ahead of deadline

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BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens have announced they're using the franchise tag on quarterback Lamar Jackson ahead of the deadline.

According to multiple reports, they're placing the non-exclusive version on him, making his salary $32.41 million for next year.

This means Jackson is allowed to negotiate with other teams, but Ravens have the right to match any offer sheet he signs or take two first-round picks in return for him.

Ravens' general manager Eric DeCosta issued the following statement after failing to reach a long-term deal with Jackson:

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