NFL Rumors: Which Teams Will Pursue Vincent Jackson?

March 5, 2012   ·   Ryan Phillips   ·   Jump to comments

The San Diego Chargers will almost certainly not use the franchise tag on wide receiver Vincent Jackson and they apparently aren't close on a long-term contract, so the two-time Pro Bowler will almost certainly hit free agency on March 13. 
ESPN's Adam Schefter believes that if Jackson had his way, he would be back in San Diego. That would almost certainly be his preference, but he probably won't give the team a serious discount to return. 
Jackson will probably be the most sought after wide receiver in this free agent class and plenty of teams could use an upgrade on the outside. The Minnesota Vikings could certainly use Jackson, and they even made a run at him when Jackson and the Chargers were at odds over a contract in 2010. They are likely to go after him again.
Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers could really use another wideout, especially with San Francisco native Stevie Johnson now off the market. The Carolina Panthers will also be in the market for a r...

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