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NFL Rumors – Atlanta Falcons Interested in Signing Jairus Byrd
It seems like Jairus Byrd and the Buffalo Bill won’t be coming to terms on a new deal, and the team isn’t going to use the franchise tag on him. This leaves an opening for the Atlanta Falcons to try and sign the safety, if they can improve their cap situation.
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NFL Rumors – Buffalo Bills Don’t Want to Pay Jairus Byrd
The NFL preseason is just around the corner, and the Buffalo Bills still don’t have Free Safety Jairus Byrd signed on a long term deal, as the franchised tagged Pro Bowler is holding out until he gets a deal that makes him the highest paid player in his position.
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2013 NFL Season – 8 Players With the Franchise Tag
Only 8 teams chose to use the Franchise tag heading into the 2013 NFL season, avoiding some key players like Michael Johnson, Anthony Spencer, Jairus Byrd and Ryan Clady from hitting free agency, although it was surprising not to see the New England Patriots make use of that option.
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5 NFL Players Teams Should Use the Franchise Tag On
Deciding on using the franchise tag isn’t always a question of ability; it’s often about economics, or simply avoiding making a decision if possible. Joe Flacco, the biggest name in free agency this season, will probably be franchised by the Baltimore Ravens, who don’t want to pay him the kind of money his agent does. Michael Johnson, Jairus Byrd and Dwayne Bowe will join him in the tag list as well.