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Steven Jackson | Running Back

Team: Atlanta Falcons
Age / DOB:  (29) / 7/22/1983
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 240
College: Oregon State
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Steven Jackson's three-year, $12 million contract with the Falcons contains no guaranteed money behind the first season.
So if Jackson falls off the cliff during his age-30 season -- we don't think he will -- the Falcons can get out of his deal with little or no salary cap hit in 2014. S-Jax received a $3.5 million signing bonus, and $500,000 of his 2013 base salary ($1.75 million) is guaranteed. In 2014, Jackson's salary jumps to $3 million. His final base salary is scheduled at $3.75 million. Mar 18 - 12:23 PM
Source: ESPN.com

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Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

After tape review of Steven Jackson's 2012 season, NFL Films' Greg Cosell believes Jackson has plenty of juice left in his tank.

"He's still a very, very good player," said Cosell. "He may not be a guy who you're gonna give it 280, 300 times anymore ... but he's still got some quickness. You don't call him a speed back -- he's not that guy -- but he still has some ability to get outside. He's always been a finisher. He's a guy with natural power. He's both strong and physical." Jackson won't reach 300 carries in Atlanta, but 300 touches could give him borderline first-round fantasy value in Atlanta's high-octane, touchdown-friendly offense.
Source: philadelphiaeagles.com
Mar 15 - 1:04 AM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

Falcons agreed to terms with RB Steven Jackson, formerly of the Rams, on a three-year, $12 million contract.

The Falcons replace a diminished Michael Turner with the top back on the market. Although he's going on 30 and parked at 2,802 career touches, S-Jax had plenty left in the tank in 2012, and is a perfect fit for the Falcons offense as a versatile back with power and burst. Turner made it nearly impossible for Atlanta to move the chains on the ground last season, often holding hostage an otherwise elite offense. Jackson will be good for more than four yards per pop, and is a major asset in the passing game. Whereas Turner received a whopping 51 red-zone opportunities in the Falcons' 2012 offense, S-Jax only had 27 with the Rams. It's fair to wonder if Jackson could set a career high in touchdowns in 2013.
Related: Rams
Mar 14 - 4:12 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

An agent "repping one of the better backs in the draft" tells Packer Report that he's under the impression Green Bay is "closing in" on a deal with free agent Steven Jackson.

The agent apparently doesn't rep S-Jax. Throughout Wednesday, several signs pointed to Jackson picking the Packers over the Falcons. The latter team does not appear to be seriously bidding, perhaps taken out of the mix by Tony Gonzalez's return. Gonzo will cost at least $7 million, taking a bite out of Atlanta's cap.
Related: Packers
Source: scout.com
Mar 13 - 11:24 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

The Green Bay Press-Gazette "hears" the Packers are working on a three-year deal with free agent Steven Jackson.

It looks like the biggest holdup right now is money. The cap-conscious Packers have a number they're hesitant to budge from and Jackson's camp is trying to create leverage. Nothing appears imminent right now, but the two sides are talking.
Related: Packers
Source: Rob Demovsky on Twitter
Mar 13 - 4:18 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

A source tells the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel that the Packers do not appear close to signing free agent Steven Jackson.

The Packers are annually one of the league's most cap-savvy teams. GM Ted Thompson will not help Jackson leverage his price-tag by getting into a bidding war with the Falcons. They have a number they're willing to pay Jackson and will likely stick to it. Jackson got that message when the Packers brought in Peyton Hillis for a visit Tuesday afternoon.
Related: Packers, Falcons
Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Mar 13 - 9:48 AM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

Citing a source who spoke to the Rams, Bill Huber of Packer Report reports that free agent Steven Jackson will "likely" sign with Green Bay.

Recently, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported the Packers, Falcons, and Broncos were all showing strong interest in Jackson. Green Bay has the most salary cap space of that group, and Packers GM Ted Thompson is a longtime admirer of S-Jax. We'd anticipate a deal worth something like $12 million across three seasons. Jackson is going on age 30, but has juice left in the tank.
Related: Packers
Source: Bill Huber on Twitter
Mar 12 - 7:42 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

Profootballtalk reports the Packers are the "leaders" for free agent Steven Jackson.

Normally, GM Ted Thompson doesn't shell out the cash for players on the wrong side of 30, but Jackson has expressed a desire to play with Aaron Rodgers and could be the missing piece to the offense. Jackson is certainly aiming to latch on with a contending team that has a murky running back situation.
Related: Packers
Source: Profootballtalk on Twitter
Mar 12 - 4:53 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution says free agent Steven Jackson is "coveted by" the Falcons, Lions, Bengals, Steelers, and Packers.

Pittsburgh, Atlanta, and Green Bay make a ton of sense as contenders, but the Bengals and Lions have yet to be connected to S-Jax. Cincinnati doesn't pay big for free agents and Detroit is committed to Mikel Leshoure as an early-down back, so they seem less likely. We still like the Falcons as Jackson's best fit.
Related: Steelers, Bengals, Lions, Packers, Falcons
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Mar 11 - 8:13 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Falcons are "still regarded as the frontrunner" to sign free agent Steven Jackson.

Jackson reportedly didn't receive many phone calls as the negotiating period opened Saturday at midnight, but Atlanta "isn't the only team interested." The other clubs are unknown. Jackson has resigned himself to leaving St. Louis. "I understand the business side of it," he said. "I still have a great relationship with the (Rams’) organization, and one day I’ll be going back there."
Related: Falcons
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Mar 10 - 4:14 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

Free agent Steven Jackson told ESPN Friday that he'd like to finish his career "like Ray Lewis."

Jackson will obviously be targeting contenders for his next team. We don't see him back in St. Louis. S-Jax made it clear that the Rams wanted him back only as a "committee" member, sharing time with Daryl Richardson and Isaiah Pead. The Broncos, Packers, and Falcons would all be logical landing spots.
Mar 8 - 2:47 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

Free agent Steven Jackson says his disagreement with the Rams isn't about money, but more about his role moving forward.

"I embrace the fact that I took in Daryl [Richardson] and Isaiah Pead and taught them a lot," said Jackson. "... But for where I’m at going into year 10, I’m not ready to step back and just become a primary backup or reduced role guy, to be a part of a running back by committee." In free agency, Jackson will seek a "bell cow" role on a Super Bowl contender. That's not the Rams. Look for teams like the Packers, Steelers, and Falcons to contact Jackson this weekend.
Source: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports
Mar 7 - 7:53 PM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

Steven Jackson has officially voided the final year of his contract, making him an unrestricted free agent.

Jackson made his mind up about this weeks ago, but now the paperwork is in. He's giving up $7 million in 2013 so that he can test the market and land a long-term deal. A reunion with the Rams is possible, but true contenders such as the Packers and Falcons could also show interest. After averaging 4.23 yards per carry behind a woeful offensive line over the last two seasons, S-Jax is clearly the No. 1 running back available in free agency.
Source: Howard Balzer on Twitter
Mar 7 - 10:52 AM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution says it "appears" that Steven Jackson will be the Falcons' top target in free agency.

This coincides with what the St. Louis Post-Dispatch speculated and Yahoo! Sports' Jason Cole gathered from the Combine last week. Jackson would be a perfect fit with the Falcons in their up-tempo offense as a guy who can run between the tackles and catch the ball out of the backfield. The Journal-Constitution says he and Jacquizz Rodgers could "split" duties, but Jackson would be the obvious player to own in fantasy.
Related: Falcons
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Mar 3 - 10:55 AM
Steven Jackson - RB - Falcons

Yahoo's Jason Cole says that "based on what was happening" at the Combine, free agent Steven Jackson's "likely landing spot" is Atlanta.

It's the same vibe Rams beat writer Jim Thomas is getting. The Falcons see Jacquizz Rodgers as a mere change-of-pace option, evidenced by the 222 carries they gave washed-up Michael Turner last season. Although Jackson has plenty of wear on his tires, he's averaged 4.23 yards per carry over the last two seasons behind a horrendous Rams offensive line. S-Jax has also averaged 8.17 yards per reception over that span, staving off a decline by staying in tremendous physical condition. He'd be an ideal addition for the Falcons' up-tempo offense.
Related: Falcons
Source: Jason Cole on Twitter
Feb 26 - 10:06 AM