Latest dynasty outlook of Josh Jacobs

By: Jake Rajala

The Las Vegas Raiders have yielded an impressive offensive unit over the past few seasons. Derek Carr, Josh Jacobs, and Darren Waller have really been an impressive offensive trio over the past few seasons. The Raiders offense led out by LV’s new coach Josh McDaniels will become more explosive next season with the arrival of Derek Carr’s best friend Davante Adams, as well.

It’s safe to say that Carr should have a very productive season with Tae, but I believe Jacob’s outlook is a bit mysterious in the Raiders breathtaking offense. Jacobs is also coming off his least productive season in rushing yards (872 yards).

It’s clear that Kenyan Drake’s presence put a slight dent in Jacob’s production last season. He had 63 carries, which is a big reason why the Raiders RB1 had a career-low 217 rushing attempts. Unfortunately, Jacobs wasn’t a threat with his YPC (4.0). Although, was very dangerous in space as a runner in 2021 and he’s been impossible to bring down since 2019. According to Pro Football Focus, he has 2,229 yards after contract (fifth in the league) and he’s forced 177 missed tackles (second in the league).

Jacobs also has 28 rushing touchdowns in the past three seasons combined. He’s a bruising force in the red zone and a chain-mover between the red zones.

I believe Jacobs has a terrific floor and he could really have a high ceiling with Tae in the Raiders offense. It will be impossible for defenses to load the box with the Adams, Waller, and Hunter Renfrow. Jacobs should be much more efficient and his YPC should be similar to his rookie season (4.8 in 13 games) with all of the Raiders weaponry surrounding Jacobs. McDaniels and his methodical offense will be more creative than Gruden for the Raiders offense in my opinion, too. I also still expect Jacobs to be more efficient with Drake in the backfield and the arrival of Brandon Bolden (who is replacing Jalen Richard).

I would absolutely trade for Jacobs right now. I believe he hasn’t peaked yet and we should really see him elevate in the Raiders new-look offense. Jacobs turned 24 in February and he should have many more seasons of high performance. Nick Chubb is 26 and arguably coming off his most productive season. Derrick Henry was 26 when he won Offensive Player of The Year. I expect the golden years of Jacobs to be in 2022, 2023, and 2024.