Jalen Ramsey ushered in a new tactic for disgruntled players to use against a team. The three-time All-Pro cornerback was the first to have a hold-in. It took place during the 2019 season with Ramsey missing three Jacksonville Jaguars games primarily because of a "back ailment." Ramsey got his desired result -- a change in scenery -- of his hold-in when he was dealt to the Los Angeles Rams a couple of weeks before the 2019 trade deadline.

The hold-in has become a viable option for players trying to get contract unhappiness addressed. The harsh economic consequences of holding out under the 2020 NFL collective bargaining agreement are why safety Jamal Adams and edge rusher T.J Watt held in with the Seattle Seahawks and Pittsburgh Steelers , respectively, during training cam

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