By Jake Russell
With the Washington Redskins appearing to be the clear frontrunners in the race to sign playmaking wide receiver DeSean Jackson, there seems to be a divide among reporters out of Philadelphia and those from Washington, D.C. and the national media as to whether or not he has agreed to terms with the team.
Last night, reports out of Philadelphia indicated that Jackson indeed has come to terms with the burgundy and gold.
Said a source close to Jackson on Redskins: “Done deal.”
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) April 1, 2014
DeSean Jackson agrees to terms with the Washington Redskins a source tells @6abc
— Jeff Skversky (@JeffSkversky) April 1, 2014
DeSean Jackson has not signed a deal with the Redskins yet but source tells @6abc Jackson has agreed to terms & will take physical Tuesday
— Jeff Skversky (@JeffSkversky) April 1, 2014
The only local outlet to echo these statements so far is ESPN980.
One source on DeSean Jackson tells @ESPNRadio980 it is “pretty much done.” Hearing from some1 w/knowledge “deal will get completed tomorrow”
— ESPN 980 (@ESPNRadio980) April 1, 2014
Last night, however, local and national reporters all took to Twitter to deny that any agreement between Jackson and the Redskins were in place.
Heard from multiple sources that no deal with DeSean Jackson and #Redskins has been completed as of yet.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) April 1, 2014
Per sources VERY close to DeSean Jackson. Its not a done deal. His agent is expected to stay through tomorrow to talk. #Redskins
— Dianna Marie Russini (@NBCdianna) April 1, 2014
Jackson’s agent was expected to leave tomorrow but will stay…most likely until Wednesday. Redskins and DJax want this to work per sources.
— Dianna Marie Russini (@NBCdianna) April 1, 2014
DeSean Jackson will spend Tuesday with Redskins coaches. No deal as talks continue with multiple teams
— Ed Werder (@Edwerderespn) April 1, 2014
@M_G0NZ I talked to multiple sources. Nothing is done.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 1, 2014
As of this morning, 6ABC in Philadelphia stands by their report that Jackson has agreed to terms with the Redskins.
Source: DeSean Jackson agrees to terms with Washington Redskins http://t.co/5awfobcUTe #Eagles
— Action News on 6abc (@6abc) April 1, 2014
One thing that can’t be denied, however, is that it appears Jackson enjoyed his night out on the town with what may be his future teammates and rapper Wale.
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