Watch Now

Inside the NFL’s franchise and transition tags

March 3, 2026 08:58 AM

Mike Florio breaks down the franchise and transition tags in the NFL, diving into the calculations and explaining why the contracts aren’t ideal for players.

Related Videos

Seahawks re-sign ‘best overall’ returner Shaheed

Is Murray to Vikings the best free agency signing?

Packers ‘probably the best bet’ to win NFC North

Solis ‘tremendously humbled’ by Spotlight Award

NFL’s Accelerator program returns after hiatus

Pearce charged with three felonies, misdemeanor

Is Vikings starting QB job Murray’s to lose?

Murray gets chance to reestablish himself with MIN

Could Jones’ deal be a ‘spark’ for other QBs?

Will Murray reach a new level with O’Connell?

Evans believes he’s the missing piece 49ers needed

Which team deserves more blame for Crosby fiasco?

Crosby fiasco a complex situation with simple fix

Jones addresses Cowboys’ interest in Crosby

Could players get physicals done pre-league year?

Likely reunites with Harbaugh on the Giants

Gainwell may eat into Irving’s reception chances

Allgeier not in a strong position with Cardinals

Jaguars adding Rodriguez ‘good news’ for Tuten

Evans, Walker among notable free agency prop bets

Lions signing Pacheco ‘insurance’ for Gibbs

Colts ‘best possible landing spot’ for Jones

How will Doubs fit in with Patriots’ receivers?

How free agency has impacted AFC North odds

Panthers got a great deal on Lloyd

Why 49ers are a ‘perfect spot’ for Evans

Does Dowdle deal signal the end for Johnson?

Bills reportedly add Chubb in ‘much-needed’ move

Report: NFL considering Thanksgiving Eve game

Murray signing with Vikings feels inevitable

Latest Clips

HLs: Reaves heroics inspire Lakers to comeback win

Åberg: I hung in there to lead before final round

Highlights: The Players Championship, Round 3

Silva chips Manchester City ahead of West Ham

Mavropanos’ towering header brings West Ham level

Extended HLs: West Ham v. Man City Matchweek 30

PL Update: Dowman brings Arsenal closer to title

Extended HLs: Arsenal v. Everton Matchweek 30

Dowman becomes youngest-ever scorer in PL history

Gyokeres scores Arsenal’s breakthrough v. Everton

Highlights: 2026 Paris-Nice, Stage 7

Gordon tucks away Newcastle’s opener v. Chelsea

Extended HLs: Chelsea v. Newcastle Matchweek 30

Six Nations highlights: Ireland 43, Scotland 21

Extended HLs: Burnley v. Bournemouth Matchweek 30

Minteh stuns Sunderland to give Brighton lead

Extended HLs: Sunderland v. Brighton Matchweek 30

HLs: Edwards scores 42 in Timberwolves’ road win

U.S. sled hockey eyes golden hat trick vs. Canada

Is McCarthy era over with Murray in Minnesota?

Mannix argues LeBron’s deferred role helps Lakers

Highlights: 2026 Paris-Nice, Stage 6

Snell ‘a really risky pick’ in fantasy drafts

With Wagner out, da Silva heats up for the Magic

Cutting down turnovers ‘crucial’ for Castle’s game

Doncic drops first 50-point game as a Laker

White has opportunity to be fantasy relevant

How will Murray signing impact Jefferson?

Boeheim: Expansion won’t dilute NCAA Tournament

Clippers among NBA dark horses in playoffs