NFL Teams Utilize Franchise Tags for Key Players Ahead of Deadline

Several NFL players have been tagged with the franchise or transition tag, giving their teams more time to negotiate long-term deals. Notable players include Josh Allen of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Tee Higgins of the Cincinnati Bengals, Brian Burns of the Carolina Panthers, Michael Pittman of the Indianapolis Colts, Jaylon Johnson of the Chicago Bears, Antoine Winfield Jr. of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Justin Madubuike of the Baltimore Ravens, L'Jarius Sneed of the Kansas City Chiefs, and Kyle Dugger of the New England Patriots.