What is the franchise tag in the NFL? The franchise tag is a useful tool for NFL general managers who are trying to keep a roster together by retaining an important pending free agent. In the coming ...

William Parks is a Game Rant editor from the USA. Upon graduating from the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts, William entered the realm of fine arts administration, ...

The NFL franchise tag is a buzzy phrase during the football offseason. It’s one of professional sports’ quirkiest contracts, a type of deal that is unique to the NFL. For some players, being franchise ...

This story has been updated with new information. The window for teams to franchise tag players is almost open and will remain open for two weeks ahead of the start of free agency. But how much is the ...

While it's easy to focus on the games, much of the work that goes into building an NFL champion takes place behind the scenes. There are plenty of hours spent on the practice field and in the film ...

The NFL Franchise Tag is used every offseason in free agency but what exactly does it mean, how does it work and when can teams use it? If you’re trying to keep up with NFL rumors this offseason, ...