Players don’t like to get franchised, but if it eventually leads to a better deals, everything is forgotten. Just like Drew Brees got his deal from the New Orleans Saints, running backs Matt Forte from the Chicago Bears and Ray Rice from the Baltimore Ravens got the deals they wanted. More
Sometimes it’s hard to understand why certain players on certain teams can’t get a deal done. Matt Forte and the Chicago Bears are another excellent example of that conundrum, as the 2011 Pro Bowler, franchises by the team, is still waiting to get the long term contract he desires. More
NFL Free agency begins on March 13, meaning teams across the league have been putting the franchise tag, with careful thought or without it, on their prize and prime free agents, with Drew Brees of the New Orleans Saints (busy with other troubles) leading the free agents class of 2012 being the most notable name on the tag list. More
Week 1 of NFL action is over, and here are the top 4 performers we picked out for you guys and gals to be impressed with members of the Bears, Giants, Titans and Texans. More