vincent jackson

Wide receiver Vincent Jackson signed his franchise tag with the San Diego Chargers on Friday.

The NFL and the players union have agreed that San Diego Chargers holdout wide receiver Vincent Jackson can play in Week 5 if he's traded by next Wednesday.

The agreement helps clear the way for Jackson to be traded, provided the Chargers can agree to terms with another team.

The agreement essentially rolls what could have been a six-game suspension into four games.

The agent for Vincent Jackson said Wednesday that the San Diego Chargers have given him the impression they aren't inclined to trade the Pro Bowl wide receiver.