The franchise tag deadline came and went without the Green Bay Packers using theirs on free agent running back Aaron Jones. Jones’ rookie contract is set to expire next week, but the Packers can still workout a new deal before free agency begins March 17.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Green Bay is still attempting to re-sign Jones before he hits the open market. However, time is running out as the legal tampering period begins on Monday.
The Packers have reportedly sent multiple offers to Jones, but nothing has led to an official agreement. Rob Demovsky first reported that Green Bay’s offer didn’t contain enough guaranteed money.