Sounds like maybe the extractor is worn. It can easily be replaced. You can order a new one from Savage or Midway. If it won't extract an unfired round, I would venture to say the extractor is definitely worn out.
To preclude loosing the detent ball and spring, remove the extractor inside a large plastic bag. Push the extractror with a scrdew driver towards the firing pin hole and it will slide out releasing the detent ball and spring. Reinstall a new one in reverse order.
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