Marshawn Lynch Reportedly Tells Raiders He Plans to Come out of Retirement

With swirling rumors about a potential NFL return, running back Marshawn Lynch is at the Oakland Raiders' facilities on Wednesday. 

Pat McAfee of Barstool Sports first reported the news. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport confirmed it, adding the facilities are near Lynch's home in Oakland, California. 

Lynch reportedly told the Raiders he plans to play again, according to Rapoport, who added it will be a "long process."

McAfee added that it's not tampering for retired players to visit any team's facilities.

Rapoport noted the Seattle Seahawks cleared Lynch's Raiders visit as "all sides explore their options" on a "fact-finding mission." Rapoport also reported meeting with Raiders head coach Jack Del Rio is the "final hurdle" remaining for Lynch to join the team.

ESPN's Adam Schefter cited one source as believing Lynch to the Raiders "will happen" eventually.

Lynch has been connected to the Raiders if he chooses to make a comeback. ESPN's Adam Schefter and Josina Anderson reported in March the Raiders were considering acquiring Lynch, either via trade or if the Seahawks release him.

The Seahawks still have Lynch under contract for two years, though they could choose to release him at any point. He has not made a decision on his playing future to this point after retiring from the NFL following the 2015 season.

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