NFL Franchise Tag Deadline: Big Moves & Uncertainty

0:00You're listening to NFL News today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. Tuesday marked the NFL franchise tag deadline, with teams making key moves before 4pm. The New York Jets slapped the franchise tag on running. Back Breeze Hall, joining the Atlanta Falcons who tagged Titan Kyle Pitt Senior and the Dallas Cowboys who tagged wide receiver George Pickens. The Indianapolis Colts made history by putting a transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones, the first for a quarterback in over 30 years. The franchise tag locks in a guarantee salary for the 2026 season, but keeps players from hitting free agency. Still, tagged players have until 4pm on July 15th to negotiate a long-term deal with their team. One big winner is Seattle Seahawks, running back Kenneth Walker III. At 25 years old, the team passed on tagging him so he can test free agency as a top running back option. His market value sits around $36 million over four years, drawing interest from teams like the Jacksonville Jaguars.

1:04On the flip side, Breeze Hall stays with the Jets, who have not had a winning season in over a decade. He will earn about $14.3 million under the tag, ranking him fourth among running backs. Meanwhile, Daniel Jones faces uncertainty with the transition tag, as it only takes one strong offer to force the Colts to match or lose him. Other developments include Cincinnati Bengals' defensive in Trey Hendrickson, heading to free agency after leading the league with 17.5, sacks last year. For the Colts, wide receiver Alec Pierce benefits, now poised for free agency at age 25, with a projected $81 million deal after, leading the NFL in yards per catch. The Arizona Cardinals planned to release Kyler Murray, which could cool the market for quarterbacks like Jones. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. Some travel miles to find peace. I just climb into bed and listen. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com