NEW DELHI: According t0 reports from ESPN on Wednesday, the
Detroit Lions
have decided not to tender restricted free agent cornerback
Jerry Jacobs
, paving the way for the 26-year-old to become an unrestricted free agent on March 13.
Jerry Jacobs, who went undrafted in 2021, made a significant impact during his time with the Lions, accumulating 131 tackles and four interceptions across 40 games, including 29 starts.
Last season, he started 12 of his 15 games, setting career highs with three interceptions and 55 tackles.
Despite his contributions, Jacobs' tenure with the Lions takes an unexpected turn as the team opts not to extend a tender, allowing him to explore opportunities on the open market. The decision positions Jacobs as an unrestricted free agent, giving him the freedom to negotiate with other teams.
The cornerback's promising performance and career-best numbers in interceptions and tackles last season make him an intriguing prospect for teams seeking defensive talent in free agency. However, Jacobs' journey to unrestricted free agency carries an additional layer, as he was placed on injured reserve on Jan. 13 due to a thigh/knee injury.
(Inputs from Reuters)
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